Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alatus
ID:
836315

Status:
valid

Authors:
X.H.Jin & S.C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 45: 800 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835650

Common Names

  • Gastrochilus alatus
  • Alatus Gastrochilus
  • Alatus

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Description

Gastrochilus alatus (also called Winged Gastrochilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrochilus alatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrochilus alatus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrochilus alatus is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained medium and kept moist in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gastrochilus alatus

Gastrochilus alatus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India.

Gastrochilus alatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrochilus alatus?

Gastrochilus alatus

What is the natural habitat of Gastrochilus alatus?

Gastrochilus alatus is found in the tropical forests of China and Vietnam.

What is the flowering season of Gastrochilus alatus?

The flowering season of Gastrochilus alatus is from late spring to early summer.

Species in the Gastrochilus genus

Gastrochilus linii, Gastrochilus sonamii, Gastrochilus malipoensis, Gastrochilus alatus, Gastrochilus brevifimbriatus, Gastrochilus acaulis, Gastrochilus acinacifolius, Gastrochilus acutifolius, Gastrochilus affinis, Gastrochilus arunachalensis, Gastrochilus bellinus, Gastrochilus calceolaris, Gastrochilus carnosus, Gastrochilus ciliaris, Gastrochilus corymbosus, Gastrochilus dasypogon, Gastrochilus distichus, Gastrochilus fargesii, Gastrochilus flabelliformis, Gastrochilus formosanus, Gastrochilus fuscopunctatus, Gastrochilus garhwalensis, Gastrochilus gongshanensis, Gastrochilus guangtungensis, Gastrochilus hainanensis, Gastrochilus hoii, Gastrochilus inconspicuus, Gastrochilus intermedius, Gastrochilus japonicus, Gastrochilus linearifolius, Gastrochilus matsudae, Gastrochilus matsuran, Gastrochilus minutiflorus, Gastrochilus nanchuanensis, Gastrochilus nanus, Gastrochilus obliquus, Gastrochilus patinatus, Gastrochilus pechei, Gastrochilus platycalcaratus, Gastrochilus pseudodistichus, Gastrochilus puncticulatus, Gastrochilus rantabunensis, Gastrochilus raraensis, Gastrochilus retrocallus, Gastrochilus rutilans, Gastrochilus saccatus, Gastrochilus sessanicus, Gastrochilus simplicilabius, Gastrochilus sinensis, Gastrochilus somai,

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

Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.