Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goldschmidtiana
ID:
842231
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Orchis 9: 4 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841566
Common Names
- Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana
- Goldschmidt's Lip Orchid
- Lip Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana (also called Goldschmidt's Cheirostylis, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid found in Southeast Asia. It has a single, slender stem and a single, large, white flower with a yellow center. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a yellow-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana is a hardy perennial grass that is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It is propagated by seed, which should be planted in early spring. The plant prefers full sun and should be kept well-watered. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana
Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana?
Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana
What is the family of Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana?
Goldschmidt's cheirostylis
Species in the Cheirostylis genus
Cheirostylis clibborndyeri, Cheirostylis filipetala, Cheirostylis nuda, Cheirostylis thanmoiensis, Cheirostylis marmorifolia, Cheirostylis celebensis, Cheirostylis latipetala, Cheirostylis serpens, Cheirostylis foliosa, Cheirostylis malipoensis, Cheirostylis calcarata, Cheirostylis kabaenae, Cheirostylis bidentata, Cheirostylis bipunctata, Cheirostylis chinensis, Cheirostylis cochinchinensis, Cheirostylis dendrophila, Cheirostylis divina, Cheirostylis flabellata, Cheirostylis goldschmidtiana, Cheirostylis grandiflora, Cheirostylis griffithii, Cheirostylis gunnarii, Cheirostylis jamesleungii, Cheirostylis javanica, Cheirostylis lepida, Cheirostylis liukiuensis, Cheirostylis merrillii, Cheirostylis moniliformis, Cheirostylis montana, Cheirostylis monteiroi, Cheirostylis notialis, Cheirostylis octodactyla, Cheirostylis orobanchoides, Cheirostylis ovata, Cheirostylis parvifolia, Cheirostylis pingbianensis, Cheirostylis pubescens, Cheirostylis pusilla, Cheirostylis raymundi, Cheirostylis sessanica, Cheirostylis sherriffii, Cheirostylis spathulata, Cheirostylis tabiyahanensis, Cheirostylis takeoi, Cheirostylis thailandica, Cheirostylis tippica, Cheirostylis tortilacinia, Cheirostylis yunnanensis, Cheirostylis rubrifolia,
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-38755: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.