Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
keiskeoides
ID:
1327536

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) X.H.Jin, Schuit. & W.T.Jin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 52 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339990



Common Names

  • Tsaiorchis keiskeoides
  • Keiske's Tsaiorchis
  • Keiske's Orchid


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Description

Tsaiorchis keiskeoides (also called Tsaiorchis keiskeoides, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to tropical Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tsaiorchis keiskeoides is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tsaiorchis keiskeoides is a white-cream coloured spike, with each individual flower having five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black colour. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tsaiorchis keiskeoides is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown from seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the root system.

Where to Find Tsaiorchis keiskeoides

Tsaiorchis keiskeoides is found in Japan.

Tsaiorchis keiskeoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tsaiorchis keiskeoides?

Tsaiorchis keiskeoides

What is the common name of Tsaiorchis keiskeoides?

Keiske's Orchid

Where is Tsaiorchis keiskeoides found?

Japan

Species in the Tsaiorchis genus

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

François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.
Wei Tao Jin (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Jin' in the authors string.