Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
setaceus
ID:
218022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 412 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217351



Common Names

  • Anoectochilus setaceus
  • Hairy Jewel Orchid
  • Jewel Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Anoectochilus aureus hort. ex K.Koch & Lauche [unknown]
  • Anoectochilus regalis Low ex C.Morren [illegitimate]
  • Anoectochilus setaceo-pictus K.Koch & Lauche [unknown]
  • Orchis picta Reinw. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Anoectochilus roxburghii regalis (Blume) Pradhan [invalid]

Description

Anoectochilus setaceus (also called 'Hairy Jewel Orchid', among many other common names) is a small orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its long, thin stems and leaves, and its small, white flowers. It grows in wet, marshy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus setaceus 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 setaceus has white flowers with purple stripes and yellowish-green sepals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus setaceus is a terrestrial orchid native to Malaysia and Thailand. It prefers a shady, humid environment and can be propagated by division or seed. It requires well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Anoectochilus setaceus

Anoectochilus setaceus is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Anoectochilus setaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus setaceus?

Anoectochilus setaceus

What are the common names of Anoectochilus setaceus?

Hairy Lip Fern

What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus setaceus?

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,

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