Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 52: 12 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810162
Common Names
- Sciaphila arcuata
- Arcuata Sciaphila
- Sciaphila
Description
Sciaphila arcuata (also called the arched sciaphila, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist habitats, such as rainforests and wet woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sciaphila arcuata is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sciaphila arcuata is a bright yellow color. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are short and stout with a few leaves at the top.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sciaphila arcuata is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Sciaphila arcuata
Sciaphila arcuata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, particularly in India and China.
Sciaphila arcuata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sciaphila arcuata?
Sciaphila arcuata
What are the common names of Sciaphila arcuata?
Arched Sciaphila
What is the natural habitat of Sciaphila arcuata?
Sciaphila arcuata is native to tropical rainforests in South America
Species in the Sciaphila genus
Sciaphila oligantha,
Sciaphila polygyna,
Sciaphila wariana,
Sciaphila nana,
Sciaphila densiflora,
Sciaphila megastyla,
Sciaphila micranthera,
Sciaphila multiflora,
Sciaphila papillosa,
Sciaphila janthina,
Sciaphila khasiana,
Sciaphila ledermannii,
Sciaphila winkleri,
Sciaphila tosaensis,
Sciaphila secundiflora,
Sciaphila purpurea,
Sciaphila quadribullifera,
Sciaphila ramosa,
Sciaphila schwackeana,
Sciaphila tenella,
Sciaphila thaidanica,
Sciaphila picta,
Sciaphila rubra,
Sciaphila aneitensis,
Sciaphila arfakiana,
Sciaphila consimilis,
Sciaphila corallophyton,
Sciaphila corniculata,
Sciaphila corymbosa,
Sciaphila albescens,
Sciaphila africana,
Sciaphila arcuata,
Sciaphila stellata,
Sciaphila jianfenglingensis,
Sciaphila betung-kerihunensis,
Sciaphila brevistyla,
Sciaphila inouei,
Sciaphila alba,
Sciaphila yakushimensis,
Sciaphila perrieri,
Sciaphila mwanihanensis,
Sciaphila madagascariensis,
Sciaphila barbata,
Sciaphila thomassetii,
Species in the Triuridaceae family
Kihansia lovettii,
Kihansia jengiensis,
Kupea martinetugei,
Kupea jonii,
Lacandonia schismatica,
Lacandonia brasiliana,
Peltophyllum caudatum,
Peltophyllum luteum,
Sciaphila oligantha,
Sciaphila polygyna,
Sciaphila wariana,
Sciaphila nana,
Sciaphila densiflora,
Sciaphila megastyla,
Sciaphila micranthera,
Sciaphila multiflora,
Sciaphila papillosa,
Sciaphila janthina,
Sciaphila khasiana,
Sciaphila ledermannii,
Sciaphila winkleri,
Sciaphila tosaensis,
Sciaphila secundiflora,
Sciaphila purpurea,
Sciaphila quadribullifera,
Sciaphila ramosa,
Sciaphila schwackeana,
Sciaphila tenella,
Sciaphila thaidanica,
Sciaphila picta,
Sciaphila rubra,
Sciaphila aneitensis,
Sciaphila arfakiana,
Sciaphila consimilis,
Sciaphila corallophyton,
Sciaphila corniculata,
Sciaphila corymbosa,
Sciaphila albescens,
Sciaphila africana,
Sciaphila arcuata,
Sciaphila stellata,
Sciaphila jianfenglingensis,
Sciaphila betung-kerihunensis,
Sciaphila brevistyla,
Sciaphila inouei,
Sciaphila alba,
Sciaphila yakushimensis,
Sciaphila perrieri,
Sciaphila mwanihanensis,
Sciaphila madagascariensis,