Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chrysea
ID:
1327497

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.W.Sm.) X.H.Jin, Schuit., W.T.Jin & L.Q.Huang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 48 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339951





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Description

Hsenhsua chrysea (also called Golden Hsenhsua, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and forest margins at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It has a single, erect stem with two lanceolate leaves and a single, terminal flower.

Uses & Benefits

Hsenhsua chrysea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hsenhsua chrysea has white, fragrant flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hsenhsua chrysea is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of wood or bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Hsenhsua chrysea

Hsenhsua chrysea can be found in China.

Hsenhsua chrysea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hsenhsua chrysea?

Hsenhsua chrysea

What is the natural habitat of Hsenhsua chrysea?

Grassy slopes and meadows

What is the conservation status of Hsenhsua chrysea?

Least Concern

Species in the Hsenhsua genus

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

William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.
Wei Tao Jin (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Jin' in the authors string.
Ling Qun Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Q.Huang' in the authors string.