Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
segawae
ID:
844937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Masam.) Masam. & Fukuy.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 52: 247 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844272

Common Names

  • Segawae Orchid
  • Segawae Orchis
  • Segawae Orchid

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Description

Chiloschista segawae (also called Segawa'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 segawae is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chiloschista segawae is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiloschista segawae can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is not drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Chiloschista segawae

Chiloschista segawae is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Chiloschista segawae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiloschista segawae?

Chiloschista segawae

What are the common names of Chiloschista segawae?

Segawa's Chiloschista

What is the natural habitat of Chiloschista segawae?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia

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-39018: Based on the initial data import
Genkei Masamune (1899-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masam.' in the authors string.
Noriaki Fukuyama (1912-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fukuy.' in the authors string.