Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gokusingii
ID:
835955

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood & A.L.Lamb

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 1: 88 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835290



Common Names

  • Cleisocentron Gokusingii
  • Gokusingii Cleisocentron
  • Gokusing's Cleisocentron


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Description

Cleisocentron gokusingii (also called 'Gokusing's Cleisocentron', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cleisocentron gokusingii is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleisocentron gokusingii is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleisocentron gokusingii is an epiphytic orchid native to Malaysia. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Propagation is best done by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Cleisocentron gokusingii

Cleisocentron gokusingii is found in the tropical rainforests of Malaysia.

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-372515: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.