Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
baliensis
ID:
762514

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood & J.B.Comber

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41: 698 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761847



Common Names

  • Calanthe baliensis
  • Balensis Calanthe
  • Bali Calanthe


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Description

Calanthe baliensis (also called 'Coral Vine' and 'Coralbells', among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist and shady habitats, with its stems reaching up to 3 meters in length. Its leaves are alternate, ovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are bright red, with yellow stamens.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe baliensis is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens and containers for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe baliensis has white, yellow, or pink flowers with a long spur. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe baliensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a shady location. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall and should be kept moist but not wet. A light fertilization in the spring will help promote growth.

Where to Find Calanthe baliensis

Calanthe baliensis is native to Indonesia and can be found in the forests of Sulawesi.

Calanthe baliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe baliensis?

Calanthe baliensis

What is the family of Calanthe baliensis?

Orchidaceae

Where is Calanthe baliensis native to?

China

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-30083: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
James Boughtwood Comber (1929-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Comber' in the authors string.