Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
constricta
ID:
270731

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 128 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270063

Common Names

  • Constricta Phreatia
  • Constricta Slipper Orchid
  • Constricta Paphiopedilum

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Synonyms

  • Phreatia rivularis Schltr. [illegitimate]

Description

Phreatia constricta (also called Phreatia constricta, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It has long, slender leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow markings. It grows in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia constricta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phreatia constricta is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, dark green and succulent.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phreatia constricta is an epiphytic orchid 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 constricta

Phreatia constricta can be found in the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.

Phreatia constricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia constricta?

Phreatia constricta

What is the common name of Phreatia constricta?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia constricta?

It is found in montane forests in Java, Indonesia

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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