Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
yunnanense
ID:
1326156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 58: 22 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338610



Common Names

  • Collabium yunnanense
  • Yunnanense Collabium
  • Yunnan Collabium


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Description

Collabium yunnanense (also called Yunnan Collabium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to China. It has a single, erect, fleshy leaf and a single, erect inflorescence with up to 10 flowers. The flowers are yellowish-green with purple veins and have a pleasant scent. It is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 900-1200m.

Uses & Benefits

Collabium yunnanense is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Collabium yunnanense is yellow and has a lip with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collabium yunnanense is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome. The plant should be divided in the spring and replanted in a well-draining potting medium.

Where to Find Collabium yunnanense

Collabium yunnanense is native to China and can be found in the mountainous regions.

Collabium yunnanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collabium yunnanense?

Collabium yunnanense

What is the natural habitat of Collabium yunnanense?

It is found in tropical rainforests.

What are the flowering times of Collabium yunnanense?

It typically flowers from late spring to early summer.

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

Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.