Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
teysmannii
ID:
282953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koord.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 63: 75 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282285

Common Names

  • Praravinia Teysmannii
  • Teysmannii Praravinia
  • Teysmannii Tree

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Description

Praravinia teysmannii (also called Teysmann's Orchid, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, ovate to lanceolate leaf. It is native to the Philippines and grows in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Praravinia teysmannii has been used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Praravinia teysmannii has white flowers with yellow stamens, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Praravinia teysmannii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Praravinia teysmannii

Praravinia teysmannii is native to the Philippines and can be found in the provinces of Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental.

Praravinia teysmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Praravinia teysmannii?

Praravinia teysmannii

What are the common names of Praravinia teysmannii?

None

What is the natural habitat of Praravinia teysmannii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Praravinia genus

Praravinia acuminata, Praravinia affinis, Praravinia borneensis, Praravinia bullata, Praravinia cauliflora, Praravinia celebica, Praravinia chalcotricha, Praravinia coriacea, Praravinia creaghii, Praravinia densiflora, Praravinia everettii, Praravinia glabra, Praravinia gracilis, Praravinia hallierii, Praravinia havilandii, Praravinia hexamera, Praravinia loconensis, Praravinia loheri, Praravinia longistipula, Praravinia lucbanensis, Praravinia megistocalyx, Praravinia microphylla, Praravinia mimica, Praravinia minahassae, Praravinia mindanaensis, Praravinia mollis, Praravinia montana, Praravinia multinervia, Praravinia negrosensis, Praravinia neriifolia, Praravinia panayensis, Praravinia parviflora, Praravinia polymera, Praravinia pubescens, Praravinia quadribracteolata, Praravinia robusta, Praravinia sablanensis, Praravinia salicifolia, Praravinia sarawacensis, Praravinia sericotricha, Praravinia stenophylla, Praravinia suberosa, Praravinia subtomentosa, Praravinia teysmannii, Praravinia triflora, Praravinia urophylloides, Praravinia verruculosa, Praravinia viridescens, Praravinia longicalyx, Praravinia nitida,

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,

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