Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tabugawaensis
ID:
1334413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suetsugu & Fukunaga

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 73: 126 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346867



Common Names

  • Lecanorchis tabugawaensis
  • Tabugawaensis Lecanorchis
  • Lecanorchis Tabugawaensis


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Description

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis (also called 'Tabugawa Lecanorchis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Japan. It has thin, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis has small, yellow flowers with six tepals. Its seeds are small and brown. Seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis is a terrestrial orchid species that is native to Japan. It is best cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the mature clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lecanorchis tabugawaensis

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis can be found in the Tabugawa Mountains of Japan.

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lecanorchis tabugawaensis?

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis

What is the natural habitat of Lecanorchis tabugawaensis?

Lecanorchis tabugawaensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Japan.

What are the common names of Lecanorchis tabugawaensis?

Common names for Lecanorchis tabugawaensis include tropical rainforest orchid, yellow orchid, and yellow-flowered orchid.

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

Hirokazu Fukunaga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fukunaga' in the authors string.
Kenji Suetsugu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suetsugu' in the authors string.