Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) T.Yukawa
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci., Tokyo, B. 42(3): 108. 2016 [22 Aug 2016]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424221
Common Names
- Odontochilus Seranicus
- Seranicus Odontochilus
- Odontochilus
Description
Odontochilus seranicus (also called Seranic Odontochilus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Papua New Guinea. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with short, ovate leaves and a short stem. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow center and a purple lip. It is found in humid forests and grasslands in the Papua New Guinea lowland rain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Odontochilus seranicus is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant to decorate gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Odontochilus seranicus flowers are white and yellow, with a long, curved spur. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Odontochilus seranicus is a hardy perennial that is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated from seed, but the seedlings are slow to develop and may take several years to reach flowering size.
Where to Find Odontochilus seranicus
Odontochilus seranicus can be found in Malaysia.
Odontochilus seranicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Odontochilus seranicus?
Odontochilus seranicus
What is the natural habitat of Odontochilus seranicus?
Forests in Japan
What is the flower shape of Odontochilus seranicus?
The flowers are star-shaped
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
Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.