Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
senagangensis
ID:
835925

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 1: 108 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835260

Common Names

  • Chelonistele Senagangensis
  • Senagang Chelonistele
  • Senagang Spider Orchid

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Description

Chelonistele senagangensis (also called 'Senagang Chelonistele', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chelonistele senagangensis is a species of plant native to Southeast Asia. It is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chelonistele senagangensis is a single, white to cream-coloured flower with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, white to cream-coloured flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chelonistele senagangensis is an orchid native to Malaysia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is best done in spring or summer. The plant should be carefully divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Chelonistele senagangensis

Chelonistele senagangensis is found in the tropical rainforests of Malaysia.

Chelonistele senagangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chelonistele senagangensis?

Chelonistele senagangensis

What is the common name of Chelonistele senagangensis?

Senagang Chelonistele

What is the natural habitat of Chelonistele senagangensis?

It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

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-372485: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.