Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 7: 44 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000970175
Common Names
- Thomson's Orchid
- Thomson's Ladyslipper Orchid
- Thomson's Lady Slipper Orchid
Description
Ancistrochilus thomsonianus (also called Thomson's Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Ancistrochilus thomsonianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including skin and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ancistrochilus thomsonianus has small, star-shaped flowers with yellow and red stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ancistrochilus thomsonianus is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining, loose potting mix that is high in organic matter. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Propagate by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Ancistrochilus thomsonianus
Ancistrochilus thomsonianus can be found in the tropical regions of Asia.
Species in the Ancistrochilus genus
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,