Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jusnerii
ID:
764234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boxall ex Náves

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip., ed. 3 , 4(13A): 247 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763567



Common Names

  • Calanthe Jusnerii
  • Jusnerii Orchid
  • Jusnerii Calanthe


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Description

Calanthe jusnerii (also called Jusner Calanthe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Malaysia. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe jusnerii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to purify air and reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe jusnerii has white and yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe jusnerii can be propagated by division and cuttings. Division is the easiest and most common method of propagation. It is best done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the plant and rooted in moist soil. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Calanthe jusnerii

Calanthe jusnerii can be found in India.

Calanthe jusnerii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe jusnerii?

Calanthe jusnerii

What is the common name of Calanthe jusnerii?

Purple Orchid

What type of soil is best for Calanthe jusnerii?

Well-draining, acidic soil

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-30251: Based on the initial data import
William Boxall (1844-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boxall' in the authors string.