Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longicalcaratus
ID:
217603

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 5: 18 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216932



Common Names

  • Longicalcaratus Anoectochilus
  • Longicalcaratus Jewel Orchid
  • Longicalcaratus Jewel Orchid


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Description

Anoectochilus longicalcaratus (also called Long-Spurred 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 longicalcaratus 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 longicalcaratus is white or pinkish, with a tubular shape and a four-lobed corolla. The seed is small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus longicalcaratus can be propagated by division. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The clumps should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Anoectochilus longicalcaratus

Anoectochilus longicalcaratus is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from the southwestern United States to northern Argentina.

Anoectochilus longicalcaratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus longicalcaratus?

Anoectochilus longicalcaratus

What is the common name of Anoectochilus longicalcaratus?

Long-spurred Anoectochilus

What is the distribution of Anoectochilus longicalcaratus?

Anoectochilus longicalcaratus is native to China, Japan, and Korea

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,

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