Chiloschista fasciata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fasciata
ID:
844790
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Seidenf. & Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 124: 64 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844125
Common Names
- Fasciata Orchid
- Chiloschista Orchid
- Fasciata Chiloschista
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiloschista fasciata (also called Fasciata Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin roots and small, white flowers. This orchid grows in humid, tropical forests, often on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloschista fasciata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used for decoration and its leaves can be used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Chiloschista fasciata are small, white, and cup-shaped. Seed: The seeds of Chiloschista fasciata are tiny and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Chiloschista fasciata are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiloschista fasciata is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, tropical climates. It is best propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, Chiloschista fasciata requires regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Chiloschista fasciata
Chiloschista fasciata can be found in tropical Asia.
Chiloschista fasciata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloschista fasciata?
Chiloschista fasciata
What is the common name of Chiloschista fasciata?
Fasciata orchid
What is the habitat of Chiloschista fasciata?
Chiloschista fasciata is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and jungles.
Species in the Chiloschista genus
Chiloschista rodriguezii, Chiloschista extinctoriformis, Chiloschista exuperei, Chiloschista fasciata, Chiloschista glandulosa, Chiloschista godefroyana, Chiloschista guangdongensis, Chiloschista loheri, Chiloschista lunifera, Chiloschista parishii, Chiloschista phyllorhiza, Chiloschista ramifera, Chiloschista segawae, Chiloschista sweelimii, Chiloschista taeniophyllum, Chiloschista treubii, Chiloschista trudelii, Chiloschista usneoides, Chiloschista viridiflava, Chiloschista yunnanensis,
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-39004: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.