Anoectochilus pingbianensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pingbianensis
ID:
217829
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Y.Lang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 34: 556 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217158
Common Names
- Anoectochilus pingbianensis
- Pingbian Jewel Orchid
- Jewel Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anoectochilus pingbianensis (also called Pingbian Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to China, and can be found in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Anoectochilus pingbianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anoectochilus pingbianensis has small, white, tubular flowers with four petals and a four-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anoectochilus pingbianensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Where to Find Anoectochilus pingbianensis
Anoectochilus pingbianensis is native to China. It is found in moist, shady habitats, often in forests.
Anoectochilus pingbianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus pingbianensis?
Anoectochilus pingbianensis
What is the common name of Anoectochilus pingbianensis?
Pingbian Jewel Orchid
What is the growth habit of Anoectochilus pingbianensis?
It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees
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-10223: Based on the initial data import
Kai Yung Lang (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Lang' in the authors string.