Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 47: 242 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428541
Common Names
- Linii Gastrochilus
- Gastrochilus Linii
- Gastrochilus Orchid
Synonyms
- Gastrochilus flavus T.P.Lin [illegitimate]
- Gastrochilus raraensis flavus S.S.Ying [unknown]
Description
Gastrochilus linii (also called Lin's lip-orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem with two to four leaves and a terminal inflorescence. It grows in shady, moist, and humus-rich areas, such as in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gastrochilus linii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Gastrochilus linii is white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gastrochilus linii is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seed and divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Gastrochilus linii
Gastrochilus linii is native to China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Gastrochilus linii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrochilus linii?
Gastrochilus linii
What type of plant is Gastrochilus linii?
It is an evergreen epiphytic orchid
Where is Gastrochilus linii native to?
It is native to India, Nepal, and Thailand
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,