Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
uncinata
ID:
402085

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fawc.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(2): 101 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401417

Common Names

  • Echinosepala Uncinata
  • Uncinata Star Orchid
  • Hooked Star Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Myoxanthus uncinatus (Fawc.) Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis uncinata Fawc. [unknown]
  • Brenesia uncinata (Fawc.) Luer [unknown]
  • Echinella uncinata (Fawc.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Echinosepala uncinata (also called Hook-leaved Echinosepala, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinosepala uncinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinosepala uncinata is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinosepala uncinata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Echinosepala uncinata

Echinosepala uncinata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Echinosepala uncinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinosepala uncinata?

Echinosepala uncinata

What is the common name of Echinosepala uncinata?

Uncinata Echinosepala

What is the natural habitat of Echinosepala uncinata?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-242081: Based on the initial data import
William Fawcett (1851-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fawc.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.