Cephalanthera austiniae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austiniae
ID:
829517
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) A.Heller
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Cat. N. Amer. Pl., ed. 2. 4. 1900 [10 Nov 1900] ; isonym
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828852
Common Names
- Austiniae Cephalanthera
- Cephalanthera austiniae
- Austiniae Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cephalanthera austiniae (also called Austin's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and South America. It grows in moist, shady forests and is characterized by its small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalanthera austiniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalanthera austiniae has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cephalanthera austiniae is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Cephalanthera austiniae
Cephalanthera austiniae can be found in the United States, in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Cephalanthera austiniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalanthera austiniae?
Cephalanthera austiniae
What is the family of Cephalanthera austiniae?
Orchidaceae
Where is Cephalanthera austiniae found?
It is found in the mountains of Central Europe.
Species in the Cephalanthera genus
Cephalanthera gracilis, Cephalanthera renzii, Cephalanthera austiniae, Cephalanthera calcarata, Cephalanthera caucasica, Cephalanthera cucullata, Cephalanthera damasonium, Cephalanthera epipactoides, Cephalanthera erecta, Cephalanthera exigua, Cephalanthera falcata, Cephalanthera kotschyana, Cephalanthera kurdica, Cephalanthera longibracteata, Cephalanthera longifolia, Cephalanthera mayeri, Cephalanthera pusilla, Cephalanthera rubra, Cephalanthera schaberi, Cephalanthera schulzei, Cephalanthera subaphylla, Cephalanthera taubenheimii, Cephalanthera ericiflora, Cephalanthera humilis, Cephalanthera nanchuanica,
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-36624: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.