Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pahangense
ID:
321047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7: 65 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320379

Common Names

  • Taeniophyllum pahangense
  • Pahang Leaf Orchid
  • Pahang Orchid

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Description

Taeniophyllum pahangense (also called 'Pahang Leaf Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, short, erect stem and two opposite, deciduous leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Thailand, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows on trees and rocks in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Taeniophyllum pahangense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taeniophyllum pahangense is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taeniophyllum pahangense can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, separate the offsets from the main plant and plant them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. The plant prefers bright, indirect sunlight and should be watered regularly, but not over-watered.

Where to Find Taeniophyllum pahangense

Taeniophyllum pahangense can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Taeniophyllum pahangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum pahangense?

Taeniophyllum pahangense

What is the family of Taeniophyllum pahangense?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Taeniophyllum pahangense?

Pahang's Taeniophyllum

Species in the Taeniophyllum genus

Taeniophyllum affine, Taeniophyllum aggregatum, Taeniophyllum album, Taeniophyllum alwisii, Taeniophyllum amboinense, Taeniophyllum andamanicum, Taeniophyllum annuliferum, Taeniophyllum apiculatum, Taeniophyllum arachnites, Taeniophyllum arunachalense, Taeniophyllum asperatum, Taeniophyllum aurantiacum, Taeniophyllum aureum, Taeniophyllum bakhuizenii, Taeniophyllum bicostulatum, Taeniophyllum biloculare, Taeniophyllum biocellatum, Taeniophyllum borneense, Taeniophyllum brachypus, Taeniophyllum bracteatum, Taeniophyllum breviscapum, Taeniophyllum brunnescens, Taeniophyllum calcaratum, Taeniophyllum calceolus, Taeniophyllum calyptrochilus, Taeniophyllum campanulatum, Taeniophyllum canaliculatum, Taeniophyllum capillare, Taeniophyllum cardiophorum, Taeniophyllum carnosiflorum, Taeniophyllum celebicum, Taeniophyllum clavatum, Taeniophyllum clavicalcar, Taeniophyllum cochleare, Taeniophyllum coiloglossum, Taeniophyllum compactum, Taeniophyllum complanatum, Taeniophyllum concavum, Taeniophyllum confertum, Taeniophyllum confusum, Taeniophyllum conoceras, Taeniophyllum copelandii, Taeniophyllum coxii, Taeniophyllum crenatum, Taeniophyllum crepidiforme, Taeniophyllum cucullatum, Taeniophyllum cycloglossum, Taeniophyllum cylindrocentrum, Taeniophyllum cymboglossum, Taeniophyllum daroussinii,

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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