Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
camtschatica
ID:
1327498

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


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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.

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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 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

Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.
Wei Tao Jin (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Jin' in the authors string.