Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
duyana
ID:
808723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 16: 1 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808057



Common Names

  • Calanthe Duyana
  • Duyana Calanthe
  • Calanthe Duy


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Description

Calanthe duyana (also called Duyana Calanthe, among many other common names) is an orchid species native to Thailand. It has a single leaf and a single flower with white petals and sepals. The labellum is white with a yellow tip and red stripes. It is found in grassy woodlands and heathlands in the tropical and subtropical regions of Thailand.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe duyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe duyana has white, pink or yellow flowers with a long, thin labellum. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe duyana is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.

Where to Find Calanthe duyana

Calanthe duyana can be found in the south-east of Vietnam.

Calanthe duyana FAQ

What are the light requirements of Calanthe duyana?

Calanthe duyana prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal temperature range for Calanthe duyana?

Calanthe duyana prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

How often should I water Calanthe duyana?

Water Calanthe duyana when the top inch of soil is dry.

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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