Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alismifolia
ID:
762126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 6: 8 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761459



Common Names

  • Calanthe alismifolia
  • Alismifolia Calanthe
  • Calanthe Alismifolia


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Description

Calanthe alismifolia (also called Water-plantain Calanthe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe alismifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of fiber for making rope and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe alismifolia has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe alismifolia 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 alismifolia

Calanthe alismifolia is native to East Asia.

Calanthe alismifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe alismifolia?

Calanthe alismifolia

What is the common name of Calanthe alismifolia?

Water-plantain Calanthe

Where is Calanthe alismifolia native to?

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-30046: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.