Lecanorchis subpelorica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subpelorica
ID:
921555
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.C.Hsu & S.W.Chung
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 55: 363 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920890
Common Names
- Lecanorchis Subpelorica
- Subpelorica Lecanorchis
- Subpeloric Lecanorchis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lecanorchis subpelorica (also called Subpeloric Lecanorchis, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic plant native to Thailand. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lecanorchis subpelorica is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and greenhouses. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lecanorchis subpelorica has white flowers with yellow and purple stripes. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lecanorchis subpelorica is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division. Division should be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Lecanorchis subpelorica
Lecanorchis subpelorica is native to China and is found in the limestone karst regions of Guangxi Province.
Species in the Lecanorchis genus
Lecanorchis bicarinata, Lecanorchis cerina, Lecanorchis japonica, Lecanorchis javanica, Lecanorchis kiusiana, Lecanorchis malaccensis, Lecanorchis multiflora, Lecanorchis neglecta, Lecanorchis nigricans, Lecanorchis ohwii, Lecanorchis purpurea, Lecanorchis sikkimensis, Lecanorchis taiwaniana, Lecanorchis thalassica, Lecanorchis triloba, Lecanorchis virella, Lecanorchis suginoana, Lecanorchis vietnamica, Lecanorchis betongensis, Lecanorchis subpelorica, Lecanorchis suginoana, Lecanorchis latens, Lecanorchis bihuensis, Lecanorchis tabugawaensis,
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-466438: Based on the initial data import
Shih Wen Chung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.W.Chung' in the authors string.
Tien Chuan Hsu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Hsu' in the authors string.