Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
281527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 25: 228 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280859



Common Names

  • Ponerorchis graminifolia
  • Grass-Leaved Ponerorchis
  • Grass-Leaved Ponerorchis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Orchis graminifolia (Rchb.f.) Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Orchis rupestre chidori Soó [unknown]
  • Orchis rupestris Schltr. [unknown]
  • Phaniasia pulchella Blume ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia graminifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia rupestris Miq. [unknown]

Description

Ponerorchis graminifolia (also called Grass-leaved Coralroot, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to temperate Asia. It is a small, perennial herb, with a single, erect stem, up to 15 cm tall, and small, white flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ponerorchis graminifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ponerorchis graminifolia var. kurokamiana (Hatus. & Ohwi) T.Hashim.
Ponerorchis graminifolia var. suzukiana (Ohwi) Soó
Ponerorchis graminifolia var. nigropunctata F.Maek. ex K.Inoue
Ponerorchis graminifolia var. graminifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ponerorchis graminifolia is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ponerorchis graminifolia is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist, but not wet. It can be propagated through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ponerorchis graminifolia

Ponerorchis graminifolia is found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola and south to South Africa.

Ponerorchis graminifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis graminifolia?

Ponerorchis graminifolia

What type of plant is Ponerorchis graminifolia?

Orchid

Where is Ponerorchis graminifolia native to?

Japan

Species in the Ponerorchis genus

Ponerorchis brevicalcarata, Ponerorchis chidori, Ponerorchis chusua, Ponerorchis crenulata, Ponerorchis graminifolia, Ponerorchis hemipiloides, Ponerorchis joo-iokiana, Ponerorchis kiraishiensis, Ponerorchis limprichtii, Ponerorchis puberula, Ponerorchis renzii, Ponerorchis taivanensis, Ponerorchis takasago-montana, Ponerorchis tominagae, Ponerorchis omeishanica, Ponerorchis pugeensis, Ponerorchis sichuanica, Ponerorchis exilis, Ponerorchis alpestris, Ponerorchis amplexifolia, Ponerorchis basifoliata, Ponerorchis bidupensis, Ponerorchis bifoliata, Ponerorchis capitata, Ponerorchis camptoceras, Ponerorchis compacta, Ponerorchis cucullata, Ponerorchis dolichocentra, Ponerorchis faberi, Ponerorchis farreri, Ponerorchis gonggashanica, Ponerorchis gracilis, Ponerorchis keiskei, Ponerorchis kinoshitae, Ponerorchis lepida, Ponerorchis luteola, Ponerorchis monantha, Ponerorchis oblonga, Ponerorchis ovata, Ponerorchis papilionacea, Ponerorchis physoceras, Ponerorchis simplex, Ponerorchis secundiflora, Ponerorchis tetraloba, Ponerorchis thailandica, Ponerorchis tibetica, Ponerorchis trifurcata, Ponerorchis wenshanensis, Ponerorchis parceflora, Ponerorchis yueana,

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