Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
truncata
ID:
766402

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 130 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765735



Common Names

  • Truncata Calanthe
  • Truncata Orchid
  • Truncata Lady Slipper


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Description

Calanthe truncata (also called Truncate Calanthe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is an evergreen perennial herb growing to 10 cm tall, with a stout, much-branched stem and tufted crown of leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe truncata is often used as an ornamental plant, and can be used as a houseplant. It is also used as a windbreak and as a living fence. The leaves of the plant are used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, and the sap is used to treat wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calanthe truncata is a small, white, fragrant flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe truncata is a terrestrial orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The seedlings should be grown in a medium with high humidity and good air circulation.

Where to Find Calanthe truncata

Calanthe truncata is native to tropical Asia.

Calanthe truncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe truncata?

Calanthe truncata

What is the common name of Calanthe truncata?

Truncata Calanthe

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe truncata?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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,

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