Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
abbreviata
ID:
762051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 251 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761384



Common Names

  • Short Calanthe
  • Short Orchid
  • Short Lip Orchid


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Description

Calanthe abbreviata (also called Short Calanthe, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Japan. It is an evergreen, terrestrial orchid, growing up to 30 cm in height, with a rosette of basal leaves and a spike of small, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe abbreviata is an ornamental plant that is often used as a border plant or in rock gardens. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe abbreviata has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe abbreviata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Calanthe abbreviata

Calanthe abbreviata is native to Japan.

Calanthe abbreviata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe abbreviata?

Calanthe abbreviata

What type of plant is Calanthe abbreviata?

It is an orchid.

Where is Calanthe abbreviata found?

Calanthe abbreviata is found in China and Japan.

Species in the Calanthe genus

Calanthe dulongensis, Calanthe abbreviata, Calanthe aceras, Calanthe albolilacina, Calanthe albolutea, Calanthe alleizettei, Calanthe alismifolia, Calanthe alpina, Calanthe alta, Calanthe angustifolia, Calanthe arcuata, Calanthe arfakana, Calanthe argenteo-striata, Calanthe arisanensis, Calanthe aristulifera, Calanthe aruank, Calanthe aurantiaca, Calanthe aureiflora, Calanthe balansae, Calanthe baliensis, Calanthe bicalcarata, Calanthe biloba, Calanthe brevicornu, Calanthe calanthoides, Calanthe camptoceras, Calanthe cardioglossa, Calanthe carrii, Calanthe caulescens, Calanthe caulodes, Calanthe ceciliae, Calanthe celebica, Calanthe chevalieri, Calanthe chloroleuca, Calanthe chrysoglossoides, Calanthe clavata, Calanthe clavicalcar, Calanthe coiloglossa, Calanthe conspicua, Calanthe cremeoviridis, Calanthe crenulata, Calanthe cruciata, Calanthe crumenata, Calanthe curvato-ascendens, Calanthe davaensis, Calanthe davidii, Calanthe delavayi, Calanthe densiflora, Calanthe discolor, Calanthe dominii, Calanthe ecallosa,

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-30039: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.