Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
solomonensis
ID:
1333955

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.C.Hsu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 270: 141 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346409



Common Names

  • Gastrodia solomonensis
  • Solomon Gastrodia
  • Solomon's Gastrodia


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Description

Gastrodia solomonensis (also called 'Solomon Gastrodia', among many other common names) is a terrestrial plant native to the Solomon Islands. It has small, round leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in moist, tropical forests, often growing in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrodia solomonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gastrodia solomonensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, delicate stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrodia solomonensis is a slow-growing, terrestrial plant found in wet forests of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation should be done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Gastrodia solomonensis

Gastrodia solomonensis can be found in the south-east of the Solomon Islands.

Gastrodia solomonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrodia solomonensis?

Gastrodia solomonensis

What is the common name of Gastrodia solomonensis?

Gastrodia

What type of plant is Gastrodia solomonensis?

Tuberous 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

Tien Chuan Hsu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Hsu' in the authors string.