Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gilesii
ID:
454327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 207 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453659



Common Names

  • Kuhlhasseltia gilesii
  • Giles' Kuhlhasseltia
  • Giles' False-Mallow


Searching for Kuhlhasseltia gilesii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii (also called Giles' Kuhlhasseltia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

Searching for Kuhlhasseltia gilesii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil and should be kept in partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Kuhlhasseltia gilesii

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kuhlhasseltia gilesii?

Kuhlhasseltia gilesii

What is the common name of Kuhlhasseltia gilesii?

Gilesii Kuhlhasseltia

Where is Kuhlhasseltia gilesii native to?

Jamaica

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-251165: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.