Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
japonica
ID:
224970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 2: 188 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224300



Common Names

  • Japonica Lecanorchis
  • Lecanorchis japonica
  • Lecanorchis of Japonica


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Synonyms

  • Lecanorchis hokurikuensis Masam. [unknown]
  • Lecanorchis japonica hokurikuensis (Masam.) T.Hashim. [unknown]
  • Lecanorchis japonica kiiensis (Murata) T.Hashim. [unknown]
  • Lecanorchis japonica tubiformis T.Hashim. [unknown]
  • Lecanorchis kiiensis Murata [unknown]
  • Lecanorchis hokurikuensis kiiensis (Murata) Seriz. [unknown]

Description

Lecanorchis japonica (also called Japanese Lecanorchis, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Japan and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lecanorchis japonica is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lecanorchis japonica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lecanorchis japonica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is tolerant of drought and frost and can be grown in a variety of soils.

Where to Find Lecanorchis japonica

Lecanorchis japonica is native to Japan and other parts of East Asia.

Lecanorchis japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lecanorchis japonica?

Lecanorchis japonica

What is the common name of Lecanorchis japonica?

Japanese Lecanorchis

What is the natural habitat of Lecanorchis japonica?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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