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
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.
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 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
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.