Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
1330508

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 218: 75 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342962



Common Names

  • Red Calanthe
  • Rubra Calanthe
  • Calanthe rubra


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Description

Calanthe rubra (also called Calanthe rubra var. rubra, 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 rubra 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

The flower of Calanthe rubra is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are dark green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe rubra 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 rubra

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

Calanthe rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe rubra?

Calanthe rubra

What is the family of Calanthe rubra?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Calanthe rubra?

Red 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.