Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aureiflora
ID:
762447

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 5: 67 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761780



Common Names

  • Aureiflora Calanthe
  • Golden-Flowered Calanthe
  • Golden Calanthe


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Description

Calanthe aureiflora (also called Golden-flowered Calanthe, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to China, Japan, and Korea. It typically grows in moist, shady forests, and features a single, leathery leaf and a single, yellow flower.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe aureiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Calanthe aureiflora has yellow flowers with a purple lip. The flowers are borne on a tall, upright stem. Seed: The seed is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe aureiflora can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and will tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Calanthe aureiflora

Calanthe aureiflora is native to the Andes mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Calanthe aureiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe aureiflora?

Calanthe aureiflora

Where is Calanthe aureiflora found?

Calanthe aureiflora is found in Central and South America.

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe aureiflora?

The natural habitat of Calanthe aureiflora is tropical and subtropical forests.

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,

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