Anoectochilus formosanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosanus
ID:
217329
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hayata
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 4: 101 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216658
Common Names
- Anoectochilus Formosanus
- Formosanus Anoectochilus
- Anoectochilus of Formosanus
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- Anoectochilus tetsuoi Ohwi ex Hatus. & T.Amano [unknown]
Description
Anoectochilus formosanus (also called Formosan 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 formosanus 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 formosanus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anoectochilus formosanus 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 formosanus
Anoectochilus formosanus is native to Taiwan.
Anoectochilus formosanus FAQ
What is the common name of Anoectochilus formosanus?
Formosan Jewel Orchid
What is the scientific name of Formosan Jewel Orchid?
Anoectochilus formosanus
What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus formosanus?
It is native to Taiwan and is found in tropical rainforests
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-10177: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.