Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nantoensis
ID:
1333678

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.C.Hsu & C.M.Kuo ex T.P.Lin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 61: 99 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346132





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Description

Gastrodia nantoensis (also called Nanto Gastrodia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Japan, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It typically grows up to 0.3-0.5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrodia nantoensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gastrodia nantoensis are white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrodia nantoensis is a terrestrial orchid that prefers a warm, humid environment. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the plant.

Where to Find Gastrodia nantoensis

Gastrodia nantoensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Japan.

Gastrodia nantoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrodia nantoensis?

Gastrodia nantoensis

What is the common name of Gastrodia nantoensis?

Nanto Gastrodia

Where is Gastrodia nantoensis native to?

Japan

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,

References

Chen Meng Kuo (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Kuo' in the authors string.
Tsan Piao Lin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Lin' in the authors string.
Tien Chuan Hsu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Hsu' in the authors string.