Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
peninsularis
ID:
1327480

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.M.Wong & Sugau) Sugumaran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 147: 219 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339934

Common Names

  • Utania Peninsularis
  • Peninsularis Utania
  • Peninsular Utania

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Description

Utania peninsularis (also called Peninsular Utania, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and forest margins at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It has a single, erect stem with two lanceolate leaves and a single, terminal flower.

Uses & Benefits

Utania peninsularis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Utania peninsularis has white to pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Utania peninsularis is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Utania peninsularis

Utania peninsularis can be found in India.

Utania peninsularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Utania peninsularis?

Utania peninsularis

What are the common names of Utania peninsularis?

Peninsular Utania

Where is Utania peninsularis native to?

Australia

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Khoon Meng Wong (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.Wong' in the authors string.
John B. Sugau: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugau' in the authors string.
M. Sugumaran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sugumaran' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77140756-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.