Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
loheri
ID:
844866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 56: 491 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844201

Common Names

  • Loheri Chiloschista
  • Loheri Orchid
  • Chiloschista loheri

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Description

Chiloschista loheri (also called Loher's Chiloschista, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in rainforests, woodlands, and other humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chiloschista loheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Chiloschista loheri are small, white, and cup-shaped. Seed: The seeds of Chiloschista loheri are tiny and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Chiloschista loheri are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiloschista loheri is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in both dry and wet conditions. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires little fertilization or other care.

Where to Find Chiloschista loheri

Chiloschista loheri can be found in tropical Asia.

Chiloschista loheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiloschista loheri?

Chiloschista loheri

What is the common name of Chiloschista loheri?

Loher's Chiloschista

What is the natural habitat of Chiloschista loheri?

Tropical rainforests

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-39011: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.