Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acalcaratus
ID:
479496

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aver.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 225 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478828

Common Names

  • Acalcaratus Odontochilus
  • Odontochilus Acalcaratus
  • Acalcaratus Odontochilus

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Synonyms

  • Anoectochilus acalcaratus Aver. [unknown]

Description

Odontochilus acalcaratus (also called Acalcaratus Odontochilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to China. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m. It is a small epiphytic plant with a single stem, and has two to three leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with purple spots.

Uses & Benefits

Odontochilus acalcaratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Odontochilus acalcaratus is white and has a yellow center, with a sweet scent. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontochilus acalcaratus is an easy-to-grow houseplant that requires bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by stem or leaf cuttings.

Where to Find Odontochilus acalcaratus

Odontochilus acalcaratus can be found in Southeast Asia.

Odontochilus acalcaratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontochilus acalcaratus?

Odontochilus acalcaratus

What is the common name of Odontochilus acalcaratus?

Toothed Lip Orchid

What is the family of Odontochilus acalcaratus?

Orchidaceae

Species in the Odontochilus genus

Odontochilus bisaccatus, Odontochilus brevistylus, Odontochilus clarkei, Odontochilus crispus, Odontochilus degeneri, Odontochilus elwesii, Odontochilus grandiflorus, Odontochilus hatusimanus, Odontochilus lanceolatus, Odontochilus longiflorus, Odontochilus macranthus, Odontochilus reniformis, Odontochilus tashiroi, Odontochilus tortus, Odontochilus acalcaratus, Odontochilus nanlingensis, Odontochilus poilanei, Odontochilus saprophyticus, Odontochilus umbrosus, Odontochilus asraoa, Odontochilus duplex, Odontochilus guangdongensis, Odontochilus uniflorus, Odontochilus tetrapterus, Odontochilus hasseltii, Odontochilus hydrocephalus, Odontochilus serriformis, Odontochilus grandiflorus, Odontochilus longiflorus, Odontochilus brevistylis, Odontochilus nandae, Odontochilus aureus, Odontochilus coerulescens, Odontochilus elongatus, Odontochilus fimbriatus, Odontochilus hatumetensis, Odontochilus mindanaensis, Odontochilus montanus, Odontochilus occultus, Odontochilus pectiniferus, Odontochilus philippinensis, Odontochilus puberulus, Odontochilus pubescens, Odontochilus spicatus, Odontochilus napoensis, Odontochilus seranicus, Odontochilus yakushimensis, Odontochilus whiteheadii, Odontochilus urceolatus, Odontochilus tsukusianus,

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-255783: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.