Status:
valid
Authors:
L.E.Matthews
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 6(3): 9. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330982
Common Names
- Phloeophila doucetteana
- Doucetteana Phloeophila
- Phloeophila
Description
Phloeophila doucetteana (also called Doucette's Phloeophila, among many other common names) is a herb native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phloeophila doucetteana is a flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phloeophila doucetteana is a yellow-green color and is about 1 cm in size. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phloeophila doucetteana is an evergreen, perennial orchid native to Central and South America. It is easily propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Phloeophila doucetteana
Phloeophila doucetteana is native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be purchased from nurseries specializing in tropical plants.
Phloeophila doucetteana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phloeophila doucetteana?
Phloeophila doucetteana
What type of plant is Phloeophila doucetteana?
Phloeophila doucetteana is an orchid species.
Where is Phloeophila doucetteana found?
Phloeophila doucetteana is found in South America.
Species in the Phloeophila genus
Phloeophila nummularia,
Phloeophila peperomioides,
Phloeophila cunabulum,
Phloeophila cymbula,
Phloeophila dasyglossa,
Phloeophila pelecaniceps,
Phloeophila pleurothallopsis,
Phloeophila yupanki,
Phloeophila ursula,
Phloeophila alphonsiana,
Phloeophila doucetteana,
Phloeophila carrilloi,
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
Luke E. Matthews: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Matthews' in the authors string.