Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
zollingeri
ID:
766894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 5: 38 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766227



Common Names

  • Zollinger's Calanthe
  • Zollinger's Orchid
  • Zollinger's Spider Lily


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Description

Calanthe zollingeri (also called 'Zollinger's Calanthe', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the Himalayas, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, and is characterized by its thin, delicate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe zollingeri is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and bright pink flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe zollingeri has white and yellow flowers with a yellowish-green lip. Its seeds are round and black and its seedlings are small with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe zollingeri is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 plants and planted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calanthe zollingeri

Calanthe zollingeri can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.

Calanthe zollingeri FAQ

What is the light requirement of Calanthe zollingeri?

Calanthe zollingeri prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the water requirement of Calanthe zollingeri?

Calanthe zollingeri should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

What is the temperature requirement of Calanthe zollingeri?

Calanthe zollingeri prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

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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