Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
longimentum
ID:
270820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 84: 40 (1980 publ. 1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270152

Common Names

  • Phreatia longimentum
  • Longimentum Orchid
  • Mountain Orchid

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Description

Phreatia longimentum (also called Phreatia longimentum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Phreatia. It is found in the Philippines, growing in mossy forests at elevations of 600-2000 meters. It has a single, erect, fleshy leaf and a single, erect, fleshy flower with a yellow-green lip and a white-green column.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia longimentum is a species of flowering plant in the Phreatiaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White with yellow center, Seed: Small, black, Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves, reddish stem

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phreatia longimentum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season. It can be propagated by division in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Phreatia longimentum

Phreatia longimentum is native to the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

Phreatia longimentum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia longimentum?

Phreatia longimentum

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia longimentum?

Forests of Thailand, Malaysia, and Sumatra

What is the flowering season of Phreatia longimentum?

June to August

Species in the Phreatia genus

Phreatia acuminata, Phreatia albiflora, Phreatia alpina, Phreatia altigena, Phreatia amabilis, Phreatia amesii, Phreatia angustifolia, Phreatia aristulifera, Phreatia asciiformis, Phreatia beiningiana, Phreatia bicallosa, Phreatia bicostata, Phreatia bigibbosa, Phreatia bigibbula, Phreatia bismarckiensis, Phreatia brachyphylla, Phreatia brachyphyton, Phreatia brachystachys, Phreatia bracteata, Phreatia brevicaulis, Phreatia brevis, Phreatia breviscapa, Phreatia bulbophylloides, Phreatia caespitosa, Phreatia canaliculata, Phreatia carolinensis, Phreatia caudata, Phreatia caudiflora, Phreatia caulescens, Phreatia chionantha, Phreatia cladophylax, Phreatia coelonychia, Phreatia collina, Phreatia concinna, Phreatia constricta, Phreatia crassifolia, Phreatia crassiuscula, Phreatia crinonioides, Phreatia cryptostigma, Phreatia cucullata, Phreatia cylindrostachya, Phreatia deltoides, Phreatia dendrochiloides, Phreatia dendrophylax, Phreatia densiflora, Phreatia densispica, Phreatia densissima, Phreatia dischorensis, Phreatia djamuensis, Phreatia dulcis,

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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