Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
251305

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. , Suppl. 3: 118 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250637



Common Names

  • Neottia smithii
  • Smithii Neottia
  • Neottia


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Synonyms

  • Listera smithii Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Neottia smithii (also called Smith's twayblade, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to the Himalayas. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Neottia smithii has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and dizziness. It is also used for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neottia smithii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neottia smithii is a terrestrial orchid that is best grown in a humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil in light shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Neottia smithii

Neottia smithii can be found in the temperate forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Neottia smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neottia smithii?

Neottia smithii

What is the common name of Neottia smithii?

Smith's twayblade

What is the natural habitat of Neottia smithii?

Woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Neottia genus

Neottia acuminata, Neottia alternifolia, Neottia auriculata, Neottia bambusetorum, Neottia banksiana, Neottia biflora, Neottia borealis, Neottia brevicaulis, Neottia brevilabris, Neottia camtschatea, Neottia convallarioides, Neottia cordata, Neottia deltoidea, Neottia dentata, Neottia divaricata, Neottia flabellata, Neottia gaudissartii, Neottia inayatii, Neottia japonica, Neottia karoana, Neottia kiusiana, Neottia listeroides, Neottia longicaulis, Neottia mackinnonii, Neottia makinoana, Neottia megalochila, Neottia microglottis, Neottia morrisonicola, Neottia mucronata, Neottia nanchuanica, Neottia nandadeviensis, Neottia nankomontana, Neottia nepalensis, Neottia nidus-avis, Neottia nipponica, Neottia oblata, Neottia ovata, Neottia pantlingii, Neottia papilligera, Neottia pinetorum, Neottia pseudonipponica, Neottia puberula, Neottia smallii, Neottia smithiana, Neottia smithii, Neottia taizanensis, Neottia tenii, Neottia tenuis, Neottia unguiculata, Neottia ussuriensis,

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-134306: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.