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
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.
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,