Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.Y.Yin, P.S.Zhong & Z.J.Liu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 277: 63 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347031
Description
Apostasia fogangica (also called Fogang Apostasia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the Himalayas. It has a single, lance-shaped leaf and a single, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in grasslands and open forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Apostasia fogangica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Apostasia fogangica has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apostasia fogangica is a tropical orchid native to China. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, separate the rhizomes and replant in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist until germination. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted.
Where to Find Apostasia fogangica
Apostasia fogangica is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Apostasia fogangica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apostasia fogangica?
Apostasia fogangica
What is the common name of Apostasia fogangica?
Fogangica Apostasia
What is the natural habitat of Apostasia fogangica?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Apostasia genus
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
Ya Yi Yin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Y.Yin' in the authors string.
Ping Sheng Zhong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Zhong' in the authors string.