Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
formosana
ID:
277058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Coll. Sci. Imp. Univ. Tokyo 30(1): 326 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276390



Common Names

  • Pleione formosana
  • Formosana Pleione
  • Formosana's Pleione


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Synonyms

  • Pleione bulbocodioides nivea (Fukuy.) S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Pleione formosana alba Torelli & Riccab. [unknown]
  • Pleione formosana nivea Fukuy. [unknown]
  • Pleione hookeriana nivea (Fukuy.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
  • Pleione hui Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleione pricei Rolfe & Rolfe [unknown]
  • Pleione formosana nivea (Fukuy.) Masam. [unknown]
  • Coelogyne formosana (Hayata) Yak.Kudo [unknown]

Description

Pleione formosana (also called Pleione formosana, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Himalayas, from India to Bhutan. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, oblong, fleshy leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It grows in open grasslands and meadows, and is found at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleione formosana is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleione formosana has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a pleasant scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleione formosana is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical rainforest of Borneo. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains a high amount of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Pleione formosana

Pleione formosana is native to Taiwan and can be found in the mountains of the country.

Pleione formosana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleione formosana?

Pleione formosana

What is the family of Pleione formosana?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pleione formosana found?

China, Japan, and Korea

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-159039: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.