Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
765101

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl. ex Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 239 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764434

Common Names

  • Oval-leaf orchid
  • Oval-leaf mountain orchid
  • Oval-leaf alpine orchid

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Description

Calanthe ovalifolia (also called Oval-leaved 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 ovalifolia 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 ovalifolia 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 ovalifolia is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in partial shade to full sun. It prefers a well-drained soil that is slightly acidic to neutral. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Calanthe ovalifolia

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

Calanthe ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe ovalifolia?

Calanthe ovalifolia

What are the common names of Calanthe ovalifolia?

Oval-leaf calanthe, Oval-leaved calanthe

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe ovalifolia?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China

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-30336: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.