Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
809382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Rheedea 16: 7 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808716



Common Names

  • Gastrodia major
  • Major Gastrodia
  • Large Gastrodia


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Description

Gastrodia major (also called 'Tongkat Ali', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal flower. Its native regions are India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and it is found in tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrodia major is a perennial plant with white flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrodia major is white in color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrodia major is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by division of the bulbs. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best to plant the bulbs in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Gastrodia major

Gastrodia major is native to tropical Asia. It can be found in moist forests, as well as in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.

Gastrodia major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrodia major?

Gastrodia major

What is the family of Gastrodia major?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Gastrodia major?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Gastrodia genus

Gastrodia fimbriata, Gastrodia major, Gastrodia punctata, Gastrodia similis, Gastrodia theana, Gastrodia tonkinensis, Gastrodia wuyishanensis, Gastrodia surcula, Gastrodia longitubularis, Gastrodia sabahensis, Gastrodia silentvalleyana, Gastrodia ballii, Gastrodia rwandensis, Gastrodia sui, Gastrodia albida, Gastrodia uraiensis, Gastrodia flexistyla, Gastrodia spatulata, Gastrodia abscondita, Gastrodia africana, Gastrodia angusta, Gastrodia appendiculata, Gastrodia arunachalensis, Gastrodia boninensis, Gastrodia callosa, Gastrodia celebica, Gastrodia confusa, Gastrodia crassisepala, Gastrodia crebriflora, Gastrodia crispa, Gastrodia cunninghamii, Gastrodia dyeriana, Gastrodia elata, Gastrodia entomogama, Gastrodia exilis, Gastrodia falconeri, Gastrodia flavilabella, Gastrodia fontinalis, Gastrodia gracilis, Gastrodia grandilabris, Gastrodia holttumii, Gastrodia lacista, Gastrodia madagascariensis, Gastrodia menghaiensis, Gastrodia minor, Gastrodia mishmensis, Gastrodia nipponica, Gastrodia papuana, Gastrodia peichatieniana, Gastrodia procera,

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,

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