Status:
valid
Authors:
X.H.Jin & S.C.Chen
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 45: 801 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835649
Common Names
- Gastrochilus malipoensis
- Malipoensis Gastrochilus
- Malipoensis
Description
Gastrochilus malipoensis (also called Malipo 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 malipoensis 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 malipoensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gastrochilus malipoensis 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 malipoensis
Gastrochilus malipoensis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Gastrochilus malipoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrochilus malipoensis?
Gastrochilus malipoensis
What is the natural habitat of Gastrochilus malipoensis?
Gastrochilus malipoensis is found in the tropical forests of China and Vietnam.
What is the flowering season of Gastrochilus malipoensis?
The flowering season of Gastrochilus malipoensis 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,