Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gougahense
ID:
261475

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

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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.

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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 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1440: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.