Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
asraoa
ID:
798166

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Joseph & Abbar.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 50: 7 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797499

Common Names

  • Odontochilus Asraoa
  • Asraoa Odontochilus
  • Asraoa's Odontochilus

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Description

Odontochilus asraoa (also called Red Lip Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has a short stem and thick, fleshy roots. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are bright red with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Odontochilus asraoa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Odontochilus asraoa are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontochilus asraoa can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Odontochilus asraoa

Odontochilus asraoa is found in Madagascar.

Odontochilus asraoa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontochilus asraoa?

Odontochilus asraoa

What is the growth habit of Odontochilus asraoa?

Odontochilus asraoa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall.

What is the natural habitat of Odontochilus asraoa?

Odontochilus asraoa is native to the coastal forests of South Africa.

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-336001: Based on the initial data import
J. Joseph (1928-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Joseph' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
N.R. Abbareddy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abbar.' in the authors string.