Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
1411796

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiteau) Hermans & P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 72(3)-38: 29. 2017 [15 Sep 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424261





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Description

Cynorkis australis (also called Southern Cynorkis, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Madagascar. It has long, thin leaves and produces white and yellow flowers. It can be found in humid, tropical forests and is often found in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Cynorkis australis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynorkis australis has small, yellow and white flowers with a red lip. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynorkis australis is an evergreen, perennial, succulent climber that is native to Madagascar. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done through stem cuttings or by division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Cynorkis australis

Cynorkis australis is found in Madagascar.

Cynorkis australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynorkis australis?

Cynorkis australis

What is the common name of Cynorkis australis?

Cynorkis

What is the natural habitat of Cynorkis australis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Cynorkis genus

Cynorkis comorensis, Cynorkis subtilis, Cynorkis cadetii, Cynorkis lindleyana, Cynorkis mirabile, Cynorkis alborubra, Cynorkis ambondrombensis, Cynorkis ampullacea, Cynorkis ampullifera, Cynorkis anacamptoides, Cynorkis andohahelensis, Cynorkis andringitrana, Cynorkis angustipetala, Cynorkis anisoloba, Cynorkis aphylla, Cynorkis arnottioides, Cynorkis aurantiaca, Cynorkis bardotiana, Cynorkis baronii, Cynorkis bathiei, Cynorkis betsileensis, Cynorkis bimaculata, Cynorkis boinana, Cynorkis boryana, Cynorkis brachycentra, Cynorkis brachyceras, Cynorkis brachystachya, Cynorkis brevicalcar, Cynorkis brevicornu, Cynorkis breviplectra, Cynorkis buchananii, Cynorkis buchwaldiana, Cynorkis calanthoides, Cynorkis calcaripotens, Cynorkis cardiophylla, Cynorkis catatii, Cynorkis clarae, Cynorkis clavata, Cynorkis coccinelloides, Cynorkis commersoniana, Cynorkis commersonii, Cynorkis compacta, Cynorkis confusa, Cynorkis constellata, Cynorkis cordemoyi, Cynorkis crispa, Cynorkis cuneilabia, Cynorkis cylindrostachys, Cynorkis debilis, Cynorkis decaryana,

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

Johan Hermans (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hermans' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Pierre Boiteau (1911-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiteau' in the authors string.