Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
270686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 936 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270018

Common Names

  • Narrow-leaved Phreatia
  • Narrow-leaved Slipper Orchid
  • Narrow-leaved Paphiopedilum

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Description

Phreatia angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved 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, narrow-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white in color, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia angustifolia 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 angustifolia 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

Phreatia angustifolia is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is a small, evergreen plant that grows in clusters on trees or rocks. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Phreatia angustifolia

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

Phreatia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia angustifolia?

Phreatia angustifolia

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia angustifolia?

It is found in tropical rainforests in the Philippines.

What is the flower color of Phreatia angustifolia?

The flowers of Phreatia angustifolia 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,

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