Gastrodia wuyishanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wuyishanensis
ID:
809388
Status:
valid
Authors:
Da M.Li & C.D.Liu
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 354 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808722
Common Names
- Gastrodia wuyishanensis
- Wuyishan Gastrodia
- Wuyishan Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gastrodia wuyishanensis (also called Wuyi Gastrodia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to China and is found in limestone habitats. This species has a small, tuberous root system and a single, erect stem. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white or yellowish in color.
Uses & Benefits
Gastrodia wuyishanensis is a perennial plant with white flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gastrodia wuyishanensis is white in color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.
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Gastrodia wuyishanensis is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by division of the bulbs. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It is best to plant the bulbs in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Gastrodia wuyishanensis
Gastrodia wuyishanensis is native to tropical Asia. It can be found in moist forests, as well as in wet meadows, marshes, and swamps.
Gastrodia wuyishanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrodia wuyishanensis?
Gastrodia wuyishanensis
What is the family of Gastrodia wuyishanensis?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Gastrodia wuyishanensis?
Grassy slopes and meadows
Species in the Gastrodia genus
Gastrodia fimbriata, Gastrodia major, Gastrodia punctata, Gastrodia similis, Gastrodia theana, Gastrodia tonkinensis, Gastrodia wuyishanensis, Gastrodia surcula, Gastrodia longitubularis, Gastrodia sabahensis, Gastrodia silentvalleyana, Gastrodia ballii, Gastrodia rwandensis, Gastrodia sui, Gastrodia albida, Gastrodia uraiensis, Gastrodia flexistyla, Gastrodia spatulata, Gastrodia abscondita, Gastrodia africana, Gastrodia angusta, Gastrodia appendiculata, Gastrodia arunachalensis, Gastrodia boninensis, Gastrodia callosa, Gastrodia celebica, Gastrodia confusa, Gastrodia crassisepala, Gastrodia crebriflora, Gastrodia crispa, Gastrodia cunninghamii, Gastrodia dyeriana, Gastrodia elata, Gastrodia entomogama, Gastrodia exilis, Gastrodia falconeri, Gastrodia flavilabella, Gastrodia fontinalis, Gastrodia gracilis, Gastrodia grandilabris, Gastrodia holttumii, Gastrodia lacista, Gastrodia madagascariensis, Gastrodia menghaiensis, Gastrodia minor, Gastrodia mishmensis, Gastrodia nipponica, Gastrodia papuana, Gastrodia peichatieniana, Gastrodia procera,
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-346960: Based on the initial data import
Da Ming Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Da M.Li' in the authors string.
Chu Dian Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Liu' in the authors string.