Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cham.) X.H.Jin, Schuit. & W.T.Jin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 50 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339952
Description
Galearis camtschatica (also called Kamchatka Galearis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and forest margins at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It has a single, erect stem with two lanceolate leaves and a single, terminal flower.
Uses & Benefits
Galearis camtschatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galearis camtschatica has white, fragrant flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Galearis camtschatica is a terrestrial orchid native to Japan, Korea, and China. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept moist. Division of the rhizome should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Galearis camtschatica
Galearis camtschatica can be found in Russia.
Galearis camtschatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galearis camtschatica?
Galearis camtschatica
What is the natural habitat of Galearis camtschatica?
Grassy slopes and meadows
What is the conservation status of Galearis camtschatica?
Least Concern
Species in the Galearis genus
Galearis huanglongensis,
Galearis rotundifolia,
Galearis tschiliensis,
Galearis roborovskii,
Galearis cyclochila,
Galearis fauriei,
Galearis spathulata,
Galearis spectabilis,
Galearis wardii,
Galearis camtschatica,
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,