Gastrodia tonkinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
809386
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver. & Averyanova
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Komarovia 4: 14 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808720
Common Names
- Gastrodia tonkinensis
- Tonkin Gastrodia
- Tonkin Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gastrodia tonkinensis (also called 'Tonkin Gastrodia', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal flower. Its native regions are India, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and it is found in tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gastrodia tonkinensis is a perennial plant with white flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gastrodia tonkinensis is white in color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gastrodia tonkinensis is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by division of the bulbs. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best to plant the bulbs in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Gastrodia tonkinensis
Gastrodia tonkinensis is native to tropical Asia. It can be found in moist forests, as well as in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.
Gastrodia tonkinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrodia tonkinensis?
Gastrodia tonkinensis
What is the family of Gastrodia tonkinensis?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Gastrodia tonkinensis?
Grassy slopes and meadows
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-346959: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Anna Leonidovna Averyanova (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Averyanova' in the authors string.