Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
similis
ID:
280041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Rumphia 4: 44 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279373

Common Names

  • Similis Podochilus
  • Similar Podochilus
  • Similar Orchid

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Description

Podochilus similis (also called 'Similar Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with an erect stem, reaching up to 20 cm tall. It is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Podochilus similis 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

The flower of Podochilus similis is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podochilus similis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought, but will not survive in standing water. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Podochilus similis

Podochilus similis is found in the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

Podochilus similis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podochilus similis?

Podochilus similis

What is the common name of Podochilus similis?

Similar Podochilus

What is the natural habitat of Podochilus similis?

Tropical rainforest

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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