Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
wenshanensis
ID:
1324508

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.W.Zhai, L.J.Chen & Z.J.Liu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 123: 51 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336962



Common Names

  • Calanthe Wenshanensis
  • Wenshanensis
  • Calanthe


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Description

Calanthe wenshanensis (also called Wenshan calanthe, among many other common names) is an evergreen terrestrial herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to China and is found in moist deciduous forests. It is also found in secondary forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe wenshanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe wenshanensis has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe wenshanensis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to China. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-ripe shoots and planted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Calanthe wenshanensis

Calanthe wenshanensis is native to the mountains of central and southern China. It can be found in moist meadows and grasslands at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Calanthe wenshanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe wenshanensis?

Calanthe wenshanensis

What is the common name of Calanthe wenshanensis?

Wenshan Calanthe

Where is Calanthe wenshanensis native to?

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

Zhong Jian Liu (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.J.Liu' in the authors string.
Li Jun Chen (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.Chen' in the authors string.
Jun Wen Zhai (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Zhai' in the authors string.