Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kentingense
ID:
1322186

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.P.Lin & Shu H.Wu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 57: 378 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334640



Common Names

  • Epipogium Kentingense
  • Kentingense Orchid
  • Epipogium Orchid


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Description

Epipogium kentingense (also called Kenting epipogium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Taiwan. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with small yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Epipogium kentingense is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epipogium kentingense has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epipogium kentingense is a terrestrial orchid native to China, Taiwan and Vietnam. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizome should be divided in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Epipogium kentingense

Epipogium kentingense is native to Taiwan, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.

Epipogium kentingense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epipogium kentingense?

Epipogium kentingense

What is the common name of Epipogium kentingense?

Kenting Ghost Orchid

Where is Epipogium kentingense found?

Epipogium kentingense is found in Taiwan

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

Tsan Piao Lin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Lin' in the authors string.
Shu-hui Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shu H.Wu' in the authors string.