Gastrodia sabahensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sabahensis
ID:
836318
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Wood & A.L.Lamb
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 1: 139 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835653
Common Names
- Gastrodia sabahensis
- Sabahensis Gastrodia
- Sabahensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gastrodia sabahensis (also called Sabah Gastrodia, 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
Gastrodia sabahensis 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 Gastrodia sabahensis is a small, yellowish-green flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few small, oblong leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gastrodia sabahensis 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 Gastrodia sabahensis
Gastrodia sabahensis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Gastrodia sabahensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrodia sabahensis?
Gastrodia sabahensis
What is the natural habitat of Gastrodia sabahensis?
Gastrodia sabahensis is found in the tropical forests of China, Japan, and Korea.
What is the flowering season of Gastrodia sabahensis?
The flowering season of Gastrodia sabahensis is from late spring to early summer.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372891: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Anthony Lamb (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Lamb' in the authors string.