Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
formosanus
ID:
268093

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) T.P.Lin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Native Orchids Taiwan 2: 274 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267425



Common Names

  • Formosan Peristylus
  • Formosan Jewel Orchid
  • Formosan Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Habenaria brevicalcarata Fukuy. [unknown]
  • Habenaria formosana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Habenaria tentaculata acutifolia Hayata [unknown]
  • Peristylus lacertifer formosanus (Schltr.) S.S.Ying [illegitimate]

Description

Peristylus formosanus (also called 'Formosan Peristylus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry, sandy soils in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Peristylus formosanus is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Peristylus formosanus are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peristylus formosanus is a terrestrial orchid native to Taiwan. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil mix. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Peristylus formosanus

Peristylus formosanus is native to Central America and is found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Peristylus formosanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peristylus formosanus?

Peristylus formosanus

What is the natural habitat of Peristylus formosanus?

Peristylus formosanus is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flowering period of Peristylus formosanus?

The flowering period of Peristylus formosanus is from April to August.

Species in the Peristylus genus

Peristylus affinis, Peristylus aliformis, Peristylus aristatus, Peristylus banfieldii, Peristylus bismarckiensis, Peristylus brachypyhllus, Peristylus brevicalcar, Peristylus brevilobus, Peristylus calcaratus, Peristylus carolinensis, Peristylus chapaensis, Peristylus ciliatus, Peristylus ciliolatus, Peristylus citrinus, Peristylus commersonianus, Peristylus constrictus, Peristylus cubitalis, Peristylus cymbochilus, Peristylus densus, Peristylus djampangensis, Peristylus elbertii, Peristylus formosanus, Peristylus gardneri, Peristylus goodyeroides, Peristylus gracilis, Peristylus grandis, Peristylus hallieri, Peristylus hamiltonianus, Peristylus hatusimanus, Peristylus hollandiae, Peristylus holochila, Peristylus holttumianus, Peristylus holttumii, Peristylus iyoensis, Peristylus jinchuanicus, Peristylus kerrii, Peristylus kinabaluensis, Peristylus korinchensis, Peristylus kumaonensis, Peristylus lacertifer, Peristylus lancifolius, Peristylus latilobus, Peristylus lawii, Peristylus listeroides, Peristylus lombokensis, Peristylus macer, Peristylus maculifer, Peristylus maingayi, Peristylus minimiflorus, Peristylus monticola,

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Tsan Piao Lin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.P.Lin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:650210-1: Based on the initial data import