Lecanorchis vietnamica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vietnamica
ID:
809619
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Rheedea 15: 92 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808953
Common Names
- Lecanorchis vietnamica
- Vietnamese Orchid
- Vietnamese Lady's Slipper
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lecanorchis vietnamica (also called Vietnam Orchid, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid species native to Vietnam. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a single, large, ovate leaf. The flower is white with a yellow lip. It grows in damp, shady forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lecanorchis vietnamica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is attractive to bees and other pollinators and has a long flowering season.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lecanorchis vietnamica is a small, white and fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black and round seed. The seedling is a small, green and oval-shaped plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lecanorchis vietnamica can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in well-drained, humus-rich soil in a shady spot. It requires regular watering during the growing season and should be kept dry in winter. It can also be grown in pots.
Where to Find Lecanorchis vietnamica
Lecanorchis vietnamica can be found in Vietnam and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Lecanorchis vietnamica FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Lecanorchis vietnamica?
The optimal soil pH for Lecanorchis vietnamica is 6.0-7.5.
What is the optimal temperature for Lecanorchis vietnamica?
The optimal temperature for Lecanorchis vietnamica is between 15-25°C.
What is the optimal light intensity for Lecanorchis vietnamica?
The optimal light intensity for Lecanorchis vietnamica is bright, indirect light.
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-347192: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.