Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
takeshimensis
ID:
1325676

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suetsugu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 50: 375 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338130



Common Names

  • Gastrodia
  • Takeshimensis
  • Gastrodia Takeshimensis


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Description

Gastrodia takeshimensis (also called Gastrodia elata, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to East Asia. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, white flowers with a yellow center. The flowers have a pleasant scent and bloom in the summer. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be grown in a pot with well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrodia takeshimensis is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrodia takeshimensis is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrodia takeshimensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Japan. It can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rootstock or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gastrodia takeshimensis

Gastrodia takeshimensis is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Gastrodia takeshimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrodia takeshimensis?

Gastrodia takeshimensis

Where is Gastrodia takeshimensis found?

Gastrodia takeshimensis is found in Japan.

What type of environment does Gastrodia takeshimensis prefer?

Gastrodia takeshimensis prefers shady, moist environments.

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

Kenji Suetsugu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suetsugu' in the authors string.