Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
regalis
ID:
217892

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Coll. Orchid. : 46 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217221



Common Names

  • Anoectochilus regalis
  • Regal Jewel Orchid
  • Jewel Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Anoectochilus frederici-augusti Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Anoectochilus neglectus Blume [unknown]

Description

Anoectochilus regalis (also called Royal Jewel Orchid, among many other common names) is an evergreen terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has a single, upright stem with small, fragrant, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady soils and can be found in tropical rainforests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus regalis 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 regalis has small, white, tubular flowers with two petals and a two-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus regalis 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 regalis

Anoectochilus regalis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Nicobar Islands. It is found in moist, shady habitats, often in forests.

Anoectochilus regalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus regalis?

Anoectochilus regalis

What are the common names of Anoectochilus regalis?

King's Lip Fern

What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus regalis?

Moist, shady areas

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,