Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
phangngaensis
ID:
1330171

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suddee, Sirim. & Chamch.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Fl. Thailand 12(2): 529 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342625



Common Names

  • Phangngaensis Gastrodia
  • Phangngaensis Gastrodia Plant
  • Gastrodia Plant


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Description

Gastrodia phangngaensis (also called Phangnga Gastrodia, among many other common names) is a species of parasitic plant native to Thailand. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It typically grows in temperate climates in moist, well-drained soils. It is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrodia phangngaensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gastrodia phangngaensis are white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrodia phangngaensis is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown from seeds or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division of the root clumps or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a well-drained medium such as sand or perlite.

Where to Find Gastrodia phangngaensis

Gastrodia phangngaensis is found in Thailand.

Gastrodia phangngaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrodia phangngaensis?

Gastrodia phangngaensis

What is the common name of Gastrodia phangngaensis?

Phangnga gastrodia

What type of plant is Gastrodia phangngaensis?

Herb

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

Somran Suddee (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suddee' in the authors string.
Voradol Chamchumroon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chamch.' in the authors string.
Sukontip Sirimongkol: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sirim.' in the authors string.