Status:
valid
Authors:
Nakai & Maekawa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Proc. Imp. Acad. Japan 7: 319 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335102
Common Names
- Yoania Amagiensis
- Amagiensis Orchid
- Yoania Orchid
Synonyms
- Yoania japonica amagiensis (Nakai & F.Maek.) M.Hiroe [unknown]
Description
Yoania amagiensis (also called Amagiensis Yoania, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Japan, and it grows in wet, humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Yoania amagiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Yoania amagiensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Yoania amagiensis is a tropical plant native to Asia. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings or division of the root ball. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slower process.
Where to Find Yoania amagiensis
Yoania amagiensis can be found in the tropical rain forests of Central and South America.
Yoania amagiensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Yoania amagiensis?
Yoania amagiensis is found in tropical rainforests of South America.
What is the flower color of Yoania amagiensis?
The flowers of Yoania amagiensis are yellow.
What is the size of Yoania amagiensis?
Yoania amagiensis is a small plant, growing to a height of about 1 m.
Species in the Yoania 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,