Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
eriopsidobulbon
ID:
274159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 679 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273491

Common Names

  • Eriopsidobulbon Allspice
  • Eriopsidobulbon Pimento
  • Eriopsidobulbon Pepper

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Synonyms

  • Sayeria minutiflora (Gagnep.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Dendrobium gagnepainii A.D.Hawkes & A.H.Heller [unknown]
  • Dendrobium minutiflorum Gagnep. [illegitimate]
  • Eria eriopsidobulbon C.S.P.Parish & Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Eria floribundoides Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon (also called the Eriopsidobulbon Pinalia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in grassy meadows and open forests. It has a single, fleshy, ovate leaf and a single, erect flower spike with up to 30 pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon is an ornamental plant used for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon has a yellow flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon is a tropical orchid that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, typically on trees. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Pinalia eriopsidobulbon

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pinalia eriopsidobulbon?

Pinalia eriopsidobulbon

What are the common names of Pinalia eriopsidobulbon?

Eriopsidobulbon Pinalia, Eriopsidobulbon Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pinalia eriopsidobulbon?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Pinalia genus

Pinalia acervata, Pinalia acutifolia, Pinalia amica, Pinalia appendiculata, Pinalia bicolor, Pinalia bipunctata, Pinalia bractescens, Pinalia concolor, Pinalia dasypus, Pinalia elata, Pinalia erecta, Pinalia eriopsidobulbon, Pinalia excavata, Pinalia fitzalanii, Pinalia flavescens, Pinalia floribunda, Pinalia graminifolia, Pinalia leucantha, Pinalia lineata, Pinalia maingayi, Pinalia merguensis, Pinalia multiflora, Pinalia myristiciformis, Pinalia mysorensis, Pinalia obesa, Pinalia pachystachya, Pinalia polystachya, Pinalia polyura, Pinalia profusa, Pinalia pumila, Pinalia recurvata, Pinalia reticosa, Pinalia rimannii, Pinalia ringens, Pinalia saccifera, Pinalia tricolor, Pinalia rhynchostyloides, Pinalia barbifrons, Pinalia carnicolor, Pinalia compacta, Pinalia curranii, Pinalia cylindrostachya, Pinalia dagamensis, Pinalia densa, Pinalia hutchinsoniana, Pinalia jarensis, Pinalia longicruris, Pinalia longilabris, Pinalia lyonii, Pinalia macera,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156231: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.