Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bicornis
ID:
1324222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kolan. & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Pl. Biosystems 147: 518 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336676

Common Names

  • Bicornis Hapalorchis
  • Bicornis
  • Hapalorchis Bicornis

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Description

Hapalorchis bicornis (also called 'Two-horned Hapalorchis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in grasslands, thickets, and forest edges. It has an erect stem, with lanceolate leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hapalorchis bicornis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat fever, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hapalorchis bicornis is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hapalorchis bicornis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hapalorchis bicornis

Hapalorchis bicornis can be found in the Himalayas and East Asia.

Hapalorchis bicornis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hapalorchis bicornis?

Hapalorchis bicornis

What is the natural habitat of Hapalorchis bicornis?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

What is the common name of Hapalorchis bicornis?

None

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.