Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subregularis
ID:
218082

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 61(4): 36 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217411



Common Names

  • Anoectochilus subregularis
  • Subregularis Anoectochilus
  • Anoectochilus Subreg


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Synonyms

  • Orchiodes subregularis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Epipactis subregularis A.A.Eaton [unknown]
  • Eucosia subregularis (Schltr.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Georchis subregularis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Goodyera subregularis Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Anoectochilus subregularis (also called Subregular Anoectochilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen terrestrial orchid with white flowers and yellow fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in secondary forests, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anoectochilus subregularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anoectochilus subregularis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anoectochilus subregularis is a perennial, evergreen climber with an upright habit. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Anoectochilus subregularis

Anoectochilus subregularis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Anoectochilus subregularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anoectochilus subregularis?

Anoectochilus subregularis

What is the natural habitat of Anoectochilus subregularis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Anoectochilus subregularis?

1-2 meters

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-10248: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.