Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.S.Huang & Yan Liu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 23: 290 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343502
Common Names
- Calanthe longgangensis
- Longgangensis Calanthe
- Calanthe longgangensis
Description
Calanthe longgangensis (also called Longgang Calanthe, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a terrestrial herb, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to China, and is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calanthe longgangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calanthe longgangensis is yellow with a purple center. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and slender with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calanthe longgangensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Calanthe longgangensis
Calanthe longgangensis is native to China and can be found in wetland areas.
Calanthe longgangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calanthe longgangensis?
Calanthe longgangensis
What type of plant is Calanthe longgangensis?
It is an evergreen perennial herb.
What is the natural habitat of Calanthe longgangensis?
It is native to the mountains of southeastern 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
Yan Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yan Liu' in the authors string.