Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
otuhanica
ID:
765090

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.L.Chan & T.J.Barkman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Sandakania 9: 29 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764423

Common Names

  • Otuhanica orchid
  • Otuhanica mountain orchid
  • Otuhanica alpine orchid

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Description

Calanthe otuhanica (also called Otuhanica calanthe, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces fragrant white or yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe otuhanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe otuhanica has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe otuhanica is a tropical evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Calanthe otuhanica

Calanthe otuhanica is native to Japan and can be found in the Ryukyu Islands.

Calanthe otuhanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe otuhanica?

Calanthe otuhanica

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe otuhanica?

Forests and grasslands of tropical Asia

What is the flowering season of Calanthe otuhanica?

Summer to autumn

Species in the Calanthe genus

Calanthe dulongensis, Calanthe abbreviata, Calanthe aceras, Calanthe albolilacina, Calanthe albolutea, Calanthe alleizettei, Calanthe alismifolia, Calanthe alpina, Calanthe alta, Calanthe angustifolia, Calanthe arcuata, Calanthe arfakana, Calanthe argenteo-striata, Calanthe arisanensis, Calanthe aristulifera, Calanthe aruank, Calanthe aurantiaca, Calanthe aureiflora, Calanthe balansae, Calanthe baliensis, Calanthe bicalcarata, Calanthe biloba, Calanthe brevicornu, Calanthe calanthoides, Calanthe camptoceras, Calanthe cardioglossa, Calanthe carrii, Calanthe caulescens, Calanthe caulodes, Calanthe ceciliae, Calanthe celebica, Calanthe chevalieri, Calanthe chloroleuca, Calanthe chrysoglossoides, Calanthe clavata, Calanthe clavicalcar, Calanthe coiloglossa, Calanthe conspicua, Calanthe cremeoviridis, Calanthe crenulata, Calanthe cruciata, Calanthe crumenata, Calanthe curvato-ascendens, Calanthe davaensis, Calanthe davidii, Calanthe delavayi, Calanthe densiflora, Calanthe discolor, Calanthe dominii, Calanthe ecallosa,

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-30335: Based on the initial data import
Chu Lun Chan (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Chan' in the authors string.
Todd J. Barkman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Barkman' in the authors string.