Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
trichantha
ID:
274638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 6: 8 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273970

Common Names

  • Pittoniotis trichantha
  • Trichantha Pittoniotis
  • Trichantha's Pittoniotis

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Synonyms

  • Antirhea trichantha Hemsl. [valid]

Description

Pittoniotis trichantha (also called 'Pineapple Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, Korea, and the Russian Far East. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittoniotis trichantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittoniotis trichantha is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittoniotis trichantha is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 8 m (26 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pittoniotis trichantha

Pittoniotis trichantha can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Pittoniotis trichantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittoniotis trichantha?

Pittoniotis trichantha

What is the common name of Pittoniotis trichantha?

Thorny Pittoniotis

What is the natural habitat of Pittoniotis trichantha?

Tropical rainforests and humid lowland forests

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-156694: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.