Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sylvatica
ID:
766081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 250 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765414



Common Names

  • Sylvatica Calanthe
  • Calanthe Sylvatica
  • Sylvatic Calanthe


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Description

Calanthe sylvatica (also called 'Woodland Calanthe', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and east to Iran. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe sylvatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive flowers and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe sylvatica has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe sylvatica can be propagated by division or seed. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. Keep the soil moist until the plants are established.

Where to Find Calanthe sylvatica

Calanthe sylvatica can be found in parts of India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Calanthe sylvatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe sylvatica?

Calanthe sylvatica

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe sylvatica?

Calanthe sylvatica is found in moist forests and woodlands in Japan and Korea.

What are the characteristics of Calanthe sylvatica?

Calanthe sylvatica is a terrestrial orchid with long, linear leaves and white or pink flowers.

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-30432: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.