Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ecarinatus
ID:
925737

Status:
valid

Authors:
Anker & Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 20: 557 (2000 publ. 2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000925072



Common Names

  • Ecarinate Corybas
  • Ecarinate Helmet Orchid
  • Ecarinate Helmet Orchid


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Description

Corybas ecarinatus (also called Ecarinate Helmet Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Australia. It is an epiphytic orchid with long-lasting flowers, and grows in wet montane forests. It has a small, yellow-green flower with a long, curved spur.

Uses & Benefits

Corybas ecarinatus is a species of terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corybas ecarinatus is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with a yellowish-green centre. The seed of Corybas ecarinatus is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Corybas ecarinatus are small, green, and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corybas ecarinatus is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be planted in a sheltered spot, as it is susceptible to wind damage. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Corybas ecarinatus

Corybas ecarinatus can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Species in the Corybas genus

Corybas dowlingii, Corybas fanjingshanensis, Corybas annamensis, Corybas sulcatus, Corybas puniceus, Corybas abditus, Corybas abellianus, Corybas aberrans, Corybas aconitiflorus, Corybas acuminatus, Corybas acutus, Corybas aduncus, Corybas albipurpureus, Corybas amabilis, Corybas amungwiwensis, Corybas arachnoideus, Corybas arfakensis, Corybas aristatus, Corybas bancanus, Corybas barbarae, Corybas betchei, Corybas betsyae, Corybas boridiensis, Corybas bryophilus, Corybas calcicola, Corybas calliferus, Corybas calopeplos, Corybas calophyllus, Corybas carinatus, Corybas carinuliferus, Corybas carsei, Corybas caudatus, Corybas cerasinus, Corybas cheesemanii, Corybas comptus, Corybas crenulatus, Corybas cryptanthus, Corybas cyclopensis, Corybas cymatilis, Corybas dentatus, Corybas despectans, Corybas diemenicus, Corybas dienemus, Corybas ecarinatus, Corybas ekuamensis, Corybas epiphyticus, Corybas erythrocarpus, Corybas expansus, Corybas fenestratus, Corybas fimbriatus,

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-47705: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.
Katja Anker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anker' in the authors string.