Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
amesii
ID:
270684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 50(50): 16 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270016

Common Names

  • Ames' Phreatia
  • Ames' Slipper Orchid
  • Ames' Paphiopedilum

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Synonyms

  • Octarrhena amesii (Kraenzl.) P.F.Hunt [unknown]

Description

Phreatia amesii (also called Ames' Phreatia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Neottioideae subfamily. It is native to Southeast Asia, and typically grows in moist, shady forests. It is a terrestrial orchid with short, creeping stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white in color, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia amesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phreatia amesii is a small, white-green bloom with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Phreatia amesii: This plant is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in summer or autumn.

Where to Find Phreatia amesii

Phreatia amesii can be found in tropical forests in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Phreatia amesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia amesii?

Phreatia amesii

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia amesii?

It is found in tropical rainforests in the Philippines.

What is the flower color of Phreatia amesii?

The flowers of Phreatia amesii are white or yellowish.

Species in the Phreatia genus

Phreatia acuminata, Phreatia albiflora, Phreatia alpina, Phreatia altigena, Phreatia amabilis, Phreatia amesii, Phreatia angustifolia, Phreatia aristulifera, Phreatia asciiformis, Phreatia beiningiana, Phreatia bicallosa, Phreatia bicostata, Phreatia bigibbosa, Phreatia bigibbula, Phreatia bismarckiensis, Phreatia brachyphylla, Phreatia brachyphyton, Phreatia brachystachys, Phreatia bracteata, Phreatia brevicaulis, Phreatia brevis, Phreatia breviscapa, Phreatia bulbophylloides, Phreatia caespitosa, Phreatia canaliculata, Phreatia carolinensis, Phreatia caudata, Phreatia caudiflora, Phreatia caulescens, Phreatia chionantha, Phreatia cladophylax, Phreatia coelonychia, Phreatia collina, Phreatia concinna, Phreatia constricta, Phreatia crassifolia, Phreatia crassiuscula, Phreatia crinonioides, Phreatia cryptostigma, Phreatia cucullata, Phreatia cylindrostachya, Phreatia deltoides, Phreatia dendrochiloides, Phreatia dendrophylax, Phreatia densiflora, Phreatia densispica, Phreatia densissima, Phreatia dischorensis, Phreatia djamuensis, Phreatia dulcis,

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