Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 61: 320 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347495
Common Names
- Bidoupia khangii
- Khangii Bidoupia
- Khangii
Description
Bidoupia khangii (also called Khang's Bidoupia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping habit, with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady places, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Bidoupia khangii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bidoupia khangii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow and purple stripes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bidoupia khangii can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings can be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings. Take cuttings from the stems and place them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Bidoupia khangii
Bidoupia khangii is native to Vietnam and can be found in the forests of the Annamite Mountains.
Bidoupia khangii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bidoupia khangii?
Bidoupia khangii
What is the common name of Bidoupia khangii?
Khang's Bidoupia
What is the natural habitat of Bidoupia khangii?
Tropical and subtropical grasslands in Central and South America
Species in the Bidoupia 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,