Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
1330507

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.H.Oh, H.J.Suh & C.W.Park

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 218: 69 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342961



Common Names

  • Insularis Calanthe
  • Calanthe insularis
  • Calanthe insularis


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Description

Calanthe insularis (also called Calanthe insularis var. insularis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Calanthe. It is found in Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe insularis has white flowers with yellow centers and is a member of the orchid family. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe insularis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Calanthe insularis

Calanthe insularis is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters.

Calanthe insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe insularis?

Calanthe insularis

What is the family of Calanthe insularis?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Calanthe insularis?

Insular Calanthe

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

Chong Wook Park: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.W.Park' in the authors string.
Sang-Hun Oh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Oh' in the authors string.
Hwa Jung Suh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Suh' in the authors string.