Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
henrici
ID:
935536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 52 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000934874



Common Names

  • Henrici Cynorkis
  • Henrici Spider Orchid
  • Henrici Cynorchis


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Description

Cynorkis henrici (also called Disperis henrici, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Madagascar and the Comoros. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem. The flowers are white or pale yellow, with a lip that is yellow or brownish yellow. It grows in humid, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cynorkis henrici is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat digestive disorders and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynorkis henrici has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings have long, thin stems and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynorkis henrici can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be planted in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cynorkis henrici

Cynorkis henrici is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern regions of the country.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-53624: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.