Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
762137

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. ex Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 6: 4 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761470



Common Names

  • Calanthe alpina
  • Alpina Calanthe
  • Calanthe Alpina


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Description

Calanthe alpina (also called Alpine 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 alpina 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 alpina has small, white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe alpina 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 alpina

Calanthe alpina can be found in the mountains of Japan, Korea, and China.

Calanthe alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe alpina?

Calanthe alpina

What type of plant is Calanthe alpina?

It is an orchid.

Where is Calanthe alpina found?

Calanthe alpina is found in Japan and Korea.

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-30047: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.