Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kinabaluensis
ID:
217537

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) J.J.Wood & Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 102: 216 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216866



Common Names

  • Kinabalu Anoectochilus
  • Kinabalu Jewel Orchid
  • Kinabalu Jewel Orchid


Searching for Anoectochilus kinabaluensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Goodyera kinabaluensis Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Anoectochilus kinabaluensis (also called Kinabalu Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the Kinabalu National Park in Malaysia. It typically grows up to 15 cm in height and has small, ovate leaves. It is found in humid, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus kinabaluensis 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 kinabaluensis is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Anoectochilus kinabaluensis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus koshunensis is a perennial herb native to Japan. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is frost-tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Anoectochilus kinabaluensis

Anoectochilus kinabaluensis is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Anoectochilus kinabaluensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus koshunensis?

Anoectochilus koshunensis

What is the common name of Anoectochilus koshunensis?

Koshunensis Jewel Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus koshunensis?

Anoectochilus koshunensis 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-10196: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.