Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
thao
ID:
917951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) S.C.Chen & J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Fl. China 25: 346 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917286



Common Names

  • Campanulorchis thao
  • Thao Campanulorchis
  • Campanulorchis Thao


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Description

Campanulorchis thao (also called Thao's Campanulorchis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 1-2 feet with leaves that are 2-4 inches long. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Campanulorchis thao is a species of orchid that is used as an ornamental in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Campanulorchis thao has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanulorchis thao is a terrestrial orchid that is adapted to a wide range of soils and climates. It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division, and it can be planted in spring or fall. It is drought-tolerant and can be mowed or grazed.

Where to Find Campanulorchis thao

Campanulorchis thao is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

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-462619: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.