Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gonatosiphon
ID:
978367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 134 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000977705



Common Names

  • Habenaria gonatosiphon
  • Gonatosiphon Habenaria
  • Gonatosiphon Orchid


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Description

Habenaria gonatosiphon (also called Gonatosiphon rein orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It grows in wet montane forests, usually at elevations of 1,500-2,500 m. It has an erect stem that can reach up to 50 cm in height and has a single, large, white flower.

Uses & Benefits

Habenaria gonatosiphon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Habenaria gonatosiphon has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin, with delicate, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habenaria gonatosiphon can be propagated by division and seed. It prefers a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is best to plant in spring or autumn and keep the soil moist. Divide the plant in spring or autumn every 3-4 years to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Habenaria gonatosiphon

Habenaria gonatosiphon can be found in parts of Central and South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Species in the Habenaria genus

Habenaria sylvicultrix, Habenaria bacata, Habenaria carlotae, Habenaria euryloba, Habenaria fuscina, Habenaria habenarioides, Habenaria halata, Habenaria leon-ibarrae, Habenaria leptophylla, Habenaria mediocris, Habenaria pabstii, Habenaria uncata, Habenaria vatia, Habenaria paulistana, Habenaria binghamii, Habenaria bonateoides, Habenaria carvajaliana, Habenaria castroi, Habenaria clareae, Habenaria cuevasiana, Habenaria geerinckiana, Habenaria harderi, Habenaria jardeliana, Habenaria kariniae, Habenaria lizbethae, Habenaria ludibundiciliata, Habenaria mariae, Habenaria micheliana, Habenaria pinzonii, Habenaria pubidactyla, Habenaria socorroae, Habenaria xochitliae, Habenaria ankylocentron, Habenaria cauda-porcelli, Habenaria tianae, Habenaria agrestis, Habenaria anomaliflora, Habenaria atrata, Habenaria ciliatisepala, Habenaria cortesii, Habenaria egleriana, Habenaria nogeirana, Habenaria pseudofilifera, Habenaria pseudoglaucophylla, Habenaria szlachetkoana, Habenaria talaensis, Habenaria tequilana, Habenaria arenata, Habenaria psammophila, Habenaria canastrensis,

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,

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