Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
javanica
ID:
842328

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 9: 14 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841663



Common Names

  • Cheirostylis javanica
  • Javanese Lip Orchid
  • Javanese Lip


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Description

Cheirostylis javanica (also called Java 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 javanica is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cheirostylis javanica is small and white in color. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheirostylis javanica is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Cheirostylis javanica

Cheirostylis javanica can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Cheirostylis javanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheirostylis javanica?

Cheirostylis javanica

What is the common name of Cheirostylis javanica?

Java Cheirostylis

What is the family of Cheirostylis javanica?

Orchidaceae

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,

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