Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
banaensis
ID:
500577

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 48: 142 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499909

Common Names

  • Podochilus banaensis
  • Bana Podochilus
  • Bana Styphelia

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Description

Podochilus banaensis (also called Bana Podochilus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Philippines. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers with five petals. It grows in heathland, open woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Podochilus banaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The plant has a strong aroma and is used to make essential oils and perfumes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podochilus banaensis is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podochilus banaensis is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in a bright, humid environment. It is tolerant of light frost.

Where to Find Podochilus banaensis

Podochilus banaensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra.

Podochilus banaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podochilus banaensis?

Podochilus banaensis

What is the common name of Podochilus banaensis?

Bana Podochilus

What is the habitat of Podochilus banaensis?

Podochilus banaensis is found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia

Species in the Podochilus genus

Podochilus anguinus, Podochilus appendiculatus, Podochilus auriculigerus, Podochilus australiensis, Podochilus bancanus, Podochilus bicaudatus, Podochilus bilabiatus, Podochilus bilobulatus, Podochilus cucullatus, Podochilus cultratus, Podochilus cumingii, Podochilus densiflorus, Podochilus falcatus, Podochilus falcipetalus, Podochilus filiformis, Podochilus forficuloides, Podochilus gracilis, Podochilus hellwigii, Podochilus hystricinus, Podochilus imitans, Podochilus intermedius, Podochilus intricatus, Podochilus khasianus, Podochilus lamii, Podochilus lancilabris, Podochilus lobatipetalus, Podochilus longilabris, Podochilus lucescens, Podochilus malabaricus, Podochilus marsupialis, Podochilus mentawaiensis, Podochilus microphyllus, Podochilus minahassae, Podochilus muricatus, Podochilus obovatipetalus, Podochilus oxyphyllus, Podochilus pachyrhizus, Podochilus plumosus, Podochilus polytrichoides, Podochilus ramosii, Podochilus rhombeus, Podochilus rhombipetalus, Podochilus saxatilis, Podochilus scalpelliformis, Podochilus schistanthera, Podochilus sciuroides, Podochilus serpyllifolius, Podochilus similis, Podochilus smithianus, Podochilus spathulatus,

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-259326: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.