Status:
valid
Authors:
Golamco ex Fowlie & C.Z.Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 51: 92 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268288
Common Names
- Philippinensis Orchid
- Phalaenopsis Orchid
- Philippines Orchid
Description
Phalaenopsis philippinensis (also called Philippine 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 philippinensis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phalaenopsis philippinensis is white with a yellow lip, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single root.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phalaenopsis philippinensis is a species of orchid that is native to the Philippines. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment and requires bright, indirect light. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Propagation is done through division of the plant or through seed germination.
Where to Find Phalaenopsis philippinensis
Phalaenopsis philippinensis is native to the Philippines.
Phalaenopsis philippinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phalaenopsis philippinensis?
Phalaenopsis philippinensis
What is the common name of Phalaenopsis philippinensis?
Philippine moth orchid
What type of flower does Phalaenopsis philippinensis produce?
White, yellow, or pink flowers
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
Andres S. Golamco: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Golamco' in the authors string.