Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
emeiensis
ID:
217298

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Y.Lang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 20(1): 183 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216627



Common Names

  • Anoectochilus Emeiensis
  • Emeiensis Anoectochilus
  • Anoectochilus of Emeiensis


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Description

Anoectochilus emeiensis (also called Emei Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to China. It is a terrestrial orchid with an underground tuber, and has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves. It grows in moist, shady forests, often in limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus emeiensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which can be used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anoectochilus emeiensis has small, white flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus emeiensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Anoectochilus emeiensis

Anoectochilus emeiensis is native to China.

Anoectochilus emeiensis FAQ

What are the common uses of Anoectochilus emeiensis?

Anoectochilus emeiensis is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

What is the scientific classification of Anoectochilus emeiensis?

Anoectochilus emeiensis belongs to the family Orchidaceae and the genus Anoectochilus.

What are the growth requirements of Anoectochilus emeiensis?

Anoectochilus emeiensis prefers warm climates and well-drained soils with partial sun exposure.

Species in the Anoectochilus genus

Anoectochilus albolineatus, Anoectochilus albomarginatus, Anoectochilus brevilabris, Anoectochilus burmannicus, Anoectochilus calcareus, Anoectochilus elatus, Anoectochilus emeiensis, Anoectochilus flavescens, Anoectochilus formosanus, Anoectochilus geniculata, Anoectochilus imitans, Anoectochilus insignis, Anoectochilus integrilabris, Anoectochilus kinabaluensis, Anoectochilus koshunensis, Anoectochilus longicalcaratus, Anoectochilus lylei, Anoectochilus nicobaricus, Anoectochilus papuanus, Anoectochilus pectinatus, Anoectochilus pingbianensis, Anoectochilus regalis, Anoectochilus reinwardtii, Anoectochilus roxburghii, Anoectochilus sandvicensis, Anoectochilus setaceus, Anoectochilus subregularis, Anoectochilus yatesae, Anoectochilus zhejiangensis, Anoectochilus baotingensis, Anoectochilus klabatensis, Anoectochilus narasimhanii, Anoectochilus rhombilabius, Anoectochilus sumatranus, Anoectochilus xingrenensis, Anoectochilus dewildeorum, Anoectochilus falconis, Anoectochilus monicae, Anoectochilus annamensis, Anoectochilus papillosus, Anoectochilus hainanensis, Anoectochilus malipoensis, Anoectochilus sanguineus, Anoectochilus dulongensis, Anoectochilus nandanensis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10174: Based on the initial data import
Kai Yung Lang (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Lang' in the authors string.