Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Coll. Orchid. : 48 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217233
Common Names
- Anoectochilus reinwardtii
- Reinwardt's Jewel Orchid
- Jewel Orchid
Description
Anoectochilus reinwardtii (also called Reinwardt's 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 reinwardtii 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 reinwardtii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anoectochilus reinwardtii 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 reinwardtii
Anoectochilus reinwardtii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Anoectochilus reinwardtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus reinwardtii?
Anoectochilus reinwardtii
What are the common names of Anoectochilus reinwardtii?
Reinwardt's Lip Fern
What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus reinwardtii?
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,