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
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.
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 Kuhlhasseltia 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,