Anoectochilus insignis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
217471
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 13 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216800
Common Names
- Anoectochilus insignis
- Insignis Anoectochilus
- Distinguished Anoectochilus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anoectochilus insignis (also called Showy Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and ovate leaves with a smooth margin. It grows in moist and humid environments, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and jungles.
Uses & Benefits
Anoectochilus insignis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anoectochilus insignis is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anoectochilus insignis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Anoectochilus insignis
Anoectochilus insignis is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China and Japan.
Anoectochilus insignis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus insignis?
Anoectochilus insignis
What is the common name of Anoectochilus insignis?
Insignis Jewel Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus insignis?
Anoectochilus insignis is native to Southeast Asia
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-10190: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.