Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
muricatus
ID:
280001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Mém. Herb. Boissier 21: 64 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279333

Common Names

  • Muricatus Podochilus
  • Spiny Podochilus
  • Spiny Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Appendicula echinocarpa Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Appendicula muricata Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]

Description

Podochilus muricatus (also called the Malaysian Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single, upright stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Podochilus muricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and is low maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podochilus muricatus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podochilus muricatus is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of conditions, from full sun to partial shade. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is usually done through division of the mature plant or by seed. The seed should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Podochilus muricatus

Podochilus muricatus is found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

Podochilus muricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podochilus muricatus?

Podochilus muricatus

What is the family of Podochilus muricatus?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Podochilus muricatus?

Rice-grain Orchid

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,

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