Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gibbosa
ID:
268892

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 39: 1095 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268224

Common Names

  • Gibbosa Orchid
  • Phalaenopsis Orchid
  • Gibbous Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Polychilos gibbosa (H.R.Sweet) Shim [unknown]
  • Doritis gibbosa (H.R.Sweet) T.Yukawa & K.Kita [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis gibbosa wlodarczykiana Roeth [unknown]

Description

Phalaenopsis gibbosa (also called Gibbous Phalaenopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in lowland forests. It has large, fragrant, white and yellow flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phalaenopsis gibbosa is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phalaenopsis gibbosa has white, yellow-tipped flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis gibbosa is an evergreen epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained potting mix of equal parts of peat, bark, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the clump.

Where to Find Phalaenopsis gibbosa

Phalaenopsis gibbosa is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Phalaenopsis gibbosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Phalaenopsis gibbosa?

Phalaenopsis gibbosa prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil should I use for Phalaenopsis gibbosa?

Phalaenopsis gibbosa prefers a soil that is well-draining and rich in organic matter.

How often should I water Phalaenopsis gibbosa?

Water Phalaenopsis gibbosa when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Phalaenopsis genus

Phalaenopsis amabilis, Phalaenopsis amboinensis, Phalaenopsis amphitrite, Phalaenopsis aphrodite, Phalaenopsis appendiculata, Phalaenopsis bastianii, Phalaenopsis bellina, Phalaenopsis buyssoniana, Phalaenopsis celebensis, Phalaenopsis chibae, Phalaenopsis cochlearis, Phalaenopsis corningiana, Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi, Phalaenopsis deliciosa, Phalaenopsis doweryensis, Phalaenopsis equestris, Phalaenopsis fasciata, Phalaenopsis fimbriata, Phalaenopsis floresensis, Phalaenopsis fuscata, Phalaenopsis gersenii, Phalaenopsis gibbosa, Phalaenopsis gigantea, Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica, Phalaenopsis honghenensis, Phalaenopsis inscriptiosinensis, Phalaenopsis intermedia, Phalaenopsis javanica, Phalaenopsis kunstleri, Phalaenopsis leucorrhoda, Phalaenopsis lindenii, Phalaenopsis lobbii, Phalaenopsis lowii, Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana, Phalaenopsis luteola, Phalaenopsis maculata, Phalaenopsis mannii, Phalaenopsis mariae, Phalaenopsis micholitzii, Phalaenopsis modesta, Phalaenopsis mysorensis, Phalaenopsis pallens, Phalaenopsis pantherina, Phalaenopsis parishii, Phalaenopsis philippinensis, Phalaenopsis pulcherrima, Phalaenopsis pulchra, Phalaenopsis reichenbachiana, Phalaenopsis robinsonii, Phalaenopsis rolfeana,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-151212: Based on the initial data import
Herman Royden Sweet (1909-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Sweet' in the authors string.