Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 5: 58 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251829
Common Names
- Neuwiedia zollingeri
- Zollinger's Neuwiedia
- Neuwiedia
Description
Neuwiedia zollingeri (also called Chinese Ground Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to China, India, and Nepal. It is found in forests, grasslands, and shrublands at elevations of 1000-3000 m. The plant has an upright stem and a single leaf. The flowers are white and yellow in color and have a sweet scent.
Uses & Benefits
Neuwiedia zollingeri is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Neuwiedia zollingeri var. javanica (J.J.Sm.) de Vogel
Neuwiedia zollingeri var. singapureana (Wall. ex Baker) de Vogel
Neuwiedia zollingeri var. zollingeri
Neuwiedia zollingeri var. annamensis (Gagnep.) Aver.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuwiedia zollingeri is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuwiedia zollingeri is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It is best propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces and then planted in separate pots. When propagating by seed, the seed should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, warm location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Neuwiedia zollingeri
Neuwiedia zollingeri is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Neuwiedia zollingeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuwiedia zollingeri?
Neuwiedia zollingeri
What is the family of Neuwiedia zollingeri?
Acanthaceae
What are the common names of Neuwiedia zollingeri?
Zollinger's elephant ear
Species in the Neuwiedia genus
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,