Holcoglossum weixiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weixiense
ID:
442918
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.H.Jin & S.C.Chen
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 178 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442250
Common Names
- Holcoglossum Weixiense
- Weixi Holcoglossum
- Weixi Star Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Holcoglossum weixiense (also called Weixi Holcoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to China. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Holcoglossum weixiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Holcoglossum weixiense has white to yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with short, broad leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Holcoglossum weixiense is an epiphytic orchid native to China. It is best grown in a potting mix of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand. It prefers a bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs.
Where to Find Holcoglossum weixiense
Holcoglossum weixiense can be found in China.
Holcoglossum weixiense FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Holcoglossum weixiense?
Holcoglossum weixiense prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the ideal light for Holcoglossum weixiense?
Holcoglossum weixiense prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal humidity for Holcoglossum weixiense?
Holcoglossum weixiense prefers high humidity, between 50-80%.
Species in the Holcoglossum genus
Holcoglossum omeiense, Holcoglossum tsii, Holcoglossum weixiense, Holcoglossum auriculatum, Holcoglossum nujiangense, Holcoglossum calcicola, Holcoglossum linearifolium, Holcoglossum amesianum, Holcoglossum flavescens, Holcoglossum himalaicum, Holcoglossum kimballianum, Holcoglossum lingulatum, Holcoglossum quasipinifolium, Holcoglossum rupestre, Holcoglossum sinicum, Holcoglossum subulifolium, Holcoglossum wangii, Holcoglossum singchianum, Holcoglossum pumilum, Holcoglossum phongii, Holcoglossum gaoligongense, Holcoglossum semiteretifolium,
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-249194: Based on the initial data import
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.