Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guillaumin) Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Contr. Revis. Orchid Fl. Cambodia. Laos Vietnam : 4 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260807
Common Names
- Gougahense Acanthophippium
- Gougahense Orchid
- Gougahense Acanthophippium Orchid
Synonyms
- Acanthophippium odoratum Aver. [unknown]
- Acanthophippium thailandica Seidenf. [unknown]
- Calanthe gougahensis Guillaumin [unknown]
Description
Acanthophippium gougahense (also called Gougahen Acanthophippium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India, where it grows in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthophippium gougahense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthophippium gougahense has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round with a black color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthophippium gougahense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Acanthophippium gougahense
Acanthophippium gougahense is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Acanthophippium gougahense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthophippium gougahense?
Acanthophippium gougahense
What is the common name of Acanthophippium gougahense?
Gougahen's Acanthophippium
What type of plant is Acanthophippium gougahense?
Herbaceous Plant
Species in the Acanthophippium genus
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,
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,