Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gemmata
ID:
307640

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 100 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306972



Common Names

  • Schoenorchis gemmata
  • Gemmata
  • Schoenorchis


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium gemmatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Saccolabium hainanense Rolfe [unknown]
  • Saccolabium spatulatum Rolfe ex Downie [unknown]
  • Schoenorchis hainanensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Schoenorchis spatulata (Rolfe ex Downie) Seidenf. & Smitinand [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma dichroanthum teurnamense Tixier [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma dichroanthum Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma evrardii Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma gemmatum King & Pantl. [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus gemmatus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Schoenorchis gemmata (also called Gemmed Schoenorchis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with yellowish-green flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to tropical Asia, where it is found in open habitats, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenorchis gemmata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schoenorchis gemmata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black with a hard outer shell. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenorchis gemmata is an evergreen, terrestrial orchid that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is suitable for growing in tropical and subtropical climates. Propagation is by division of the rhizome. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Schoenorchis gemmata

Schoenorchis gemmata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Schoenorchis gemmata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenorchis gemmata?

Schoenorchis gemmata

Where is Schoenorchis gemmata found?

Schoenorchis gemmata is found in tropical Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

What does Schoenorchis gemmata look like?

Schoenorchis gemmata is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem and a terminal inflorescence with small, white flowers.

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,

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