Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vietnamensis
ID:
510855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & R.Rice

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Oasis 2(3): 3 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510187



Common Names

  • Renanthera vietnamensis
  • Vietnamensis Renanthera
  • Vietnamese Renanthera


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Description

Renanthera vietnamensis (also called Vietnam Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Vietnam. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and has long, thin, green leaves. It produces clusters of yellow flowers with red spots.

Uses & Benefits

Renanthera vietnamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Renanthera vietnamensis has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renanthera vietnamensis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist during the growing season. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Renanthera vietnamensis

Renanthera vietnamensis is native to Vietnam.

Renanthera vietnamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renanthera vietnamensis?

Renanthera vietnamensis

What type of plant is Renanthera vietnamensis?

A terrestrial orchid

Where is Renanthera vietnamensis native to?

Vietnam

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-260852: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Rod Rice (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rice' in the authors string.