Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.Y.Zhu, S.J.Zhu & H.B.Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 28: 385 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835323
Common Names
- Jiajiangense Dendrobium
- Dendrobium Jiajiangense
- Jiajiangense
Description
Dendrobium jiajiangense (also called Jiajiang dendrobium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to China. It grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m and has a tuberous root system. It is found in moist habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrobium jiajiangense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendrobium jiajiangense is a white or pinkish-white, 5-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, triangular nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small, rounded leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrobium jiajiangense is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be propagated from seed or division.
Where to Find Dendrobium jiajiangense
Dendrobium jiajiangense is found in China.
Dendrobium jiajiangense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrobium jiajiangense?
Dendrobium jiajiangense
What is the common name of Dendrobium jiajiangense?
Jiajiang Dendrobium
Where is Dendrobium jiajiangense native to?
China
Species in the Dendrobium genus
Dendrobium archipelagense,
Dendrobium contextum,
Dendrobium farinatum,
Dendrobium fusciflorum,
Dendrobium limpidum,
Dendrobium numaldeorii,
Dendrobium parnatanum,
Dendrobium protractum,
Dendrobium pseudorarum,
Dendrobium racieanum,
Dendrobium sidikalangense,
Dendrobium sleumeri,
Dendrobium speckmaieri,
Dendrobium stellare,
Dendrobium suzukii,
Dendrobium tampangii,
Dendrobium trantuanii,
Dendrobium crassilabium,
Dendrobium ianthinum,
Dendrobium lanuginosum,
Dendrobium sutiknoi,
Dendrobium bifurcatum,
Dendrobium brillianum,
Dendrobium eymanum,
Dendrobium flebiliflorum,
Dendrobium paragnomus,
Dendrobium sibuyanense,
Dendrobium spenceanum,
Dendrobium spinuliferum,
Dendrobium stipiticola,
Dendrobium trankimianum,
Dendrobium vietnamense,
Dendrobium bicolense,
Dendrobium chapaense,
Dendrobium cymbicallum,
Dendrobium davaoense,
Dendrobium heokhuii,
Dendrobium ochthochilum,
Dendrobium optimuspatruus,
Dendrobium pleasancium,
Dendrobium reginanivis,
Dendrobium rickscottianum,
Dendrobium roseosparsum,
Dendrobium vogelsangii,
Dendrobium cowenii,
Dendrobium arunachalense,
Dendrobium jiajiangense,
Dendrobium wangliangii,
Dendrobium ravanii,
Dendrobium niveobarbatum,
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
Shi Jie Zhu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Zhu' in the authors string.
Hai Bo Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.B.Wang' in the authors string.