Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nujiangense
ID:
840419

Status:
valid

Authors:
X.P.Zhou, S.P.Lei & Z.J.Liu

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
J. S. China Agric. Univ. 28(2): 87 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839754



Common Names

  • Cymbidium nujiangense
  • Nujiang Cymbidium
  • Nujiang Orchid
  • Nujiang Cymbidium Orchid


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Description

Cymbidium nujiangense (also called Nujiang cymbidium, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, slender stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to China and is found in grassland and meadow habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbidium nujiangense is a popular ornamental plant. It is known for its attractive flowers and is often used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its ability to attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cymbidium nujiangense has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbidium nujiangense is a slow-growing, terrestrial orchid that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Cymbidium nujiangense

Cymbidium nujiangense is native to the mountains of China.

Cymbidium nujiangense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbidium nujiangense?

Cymbidium nujiangense

What is the common name of Cymbidium nujiangense?

Nujiang Cymbidium

What is the natural habitat of Cymbidium nujiangense?

Grassy steppes in Central Asia

Species in the Cymbidium genus

Cymbidium gaoligongense, Cymbidium nishiuchianum, Cymbidium teretipetiolatum, Cymbidium micranthum, Cymbidium changningense, Cymbidium concinnum, Cymbidium sichuanicum, Cymbidium nujiangense, Cymbidium oblancifolium, Cymbidium purpuratum, Cymbidium nomachianum, Cymbidium recurvatum, Cymbidium longipes, Cymbidium induratifolium, Cymbidium wadae, Cymbidium acuminatum, Cymbidium aliciae, Cymbidium aloifolium, Cymbidium atropurpureum, Cymbidium ballianum, Cymbidium banaense, Cymbidium baoshanense, Cymbidium bicolor, Cymbidium borneense, Cymbidium canaliculatum, Cymbidium chloranthum, Cymbidium cochleare, Cymbidium crassifolium, Cymbidium cyperifolium, Cymbidium dayanum, Cymbidium defoliatum, Cymbidium devonianum, Cymbidium eburneum, Cymbidium elegans, Cymbidium elongatum, Cymbidium ensifolium, Cymbidium erythraeum, Cymbidium erythrostylum, Cymbidium faberi, Cymbidium finlaysonianum, Cymbidium floribundum, Cymbidium formosanum, Cymbidium gammieanum, Cymbidium glebelandense, Cymbidium goeringii, Cymbidium haematodes, Cymbidium hartinahianum, Cymbidium hillii, Cymbidium hookerianum, Cymbidium insigne,

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-377103: Based on the initial data import
Zhong Jian Liu (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.J.Liu' in the authors string.
Si Peng Lei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.P.Lei' in the authors string.
Xu Ping Zhou (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.P.Zhou' in the authors string.