Anoectochilus falconis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falconis
ID:
791888
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 50: 3 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791221
Common Names
- Anoectochilus falconis
- Falcon's Anoectochilus
- Falcon's Jewel Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anoectochilus falconis (also called Falconis Anoectochilus, among many other common names) is an epiphytic herb, growing up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Anoectochilus falconis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Anoectochilus falconis flower is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anoectochilus falconis is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Anoectochilus falconis
Anoectochilus falconis can be found in tropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Anoectochilus falconis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus falconis?
Anoectochilus falconis
What is the common name of Anoectochilus falconis?
Falcon's Anoectochilus
What type of plant is Anoectochilus falconis?
Perennial
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-329796: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.