Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lilacina
ID:
935563

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 515 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000934901



Common Names

  • Cynorkis lilacina
  • Lilac Cynorkis
  • Lilac Spider Orchid


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Description

Cynorkis lilacina (also called 'Lilac Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in Madagascar. It has an erect stem with two leaves and a single flower. It is found in humid forests, grasslands and scrublands at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cynorkis lilacina 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cynorkis lilacina var. boiviniana (Kraenzl.) H.Perrier
Cynorkis lilacina sub. curvicalcar (H.Perrier) H.Perrier
Cynorkis lilacina var. laxiflora (Schltr.) H.Perrier
Cynorkis lilacina sub. lilacina
Cynorkis lilacina var. pulchra (Kraenzl. ex Schltr.) H.Perrier
Cynorkis lilacina var. comorensis H.Perrier ex Hermans
Cynorkis lilacina var. tereticalcar H.Perrier ex Hermans

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cynorkis lilacina 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 lilacina 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 lilacina

Cynorkis lilacina 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,

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