Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
metoensis
ID:
764743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.H.Tsi & K.Y.Lang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16(4): 129 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764076



Common Names

  • Calanthe Metoensis
  • Metoensis Calanthe
  • Metoensis Orchid


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Description

Calanthe metoensis (also called Metoense Calanthe, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Japan. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces white and pink flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe metoensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe metoensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil and should be planted in autumn. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season, but it should be kept dry during the dormant period.

Where to Find Calanthe metoensis

Calanthe metoensis can be found in Southeast Asia.

Calanthe metoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe metoensis?

Calanthe metoensis

What is the common name of Calanthe metoensis?

Meto Calanthe

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe metoensis?

Calanthe metoensis is native to Japan and Korea.

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-30301: Based on the initial data import
Zhan Huo Tsi (1937-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.H.Tsi' in the authors string.
Kai Yung Lang (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Y.Lang' in the authors string.