Gymnadenia runei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
runei
ID:
838893
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Teppner & E.Klein) Ericsson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 91: 142 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000838228
Common Names
- Runei Gymnadenia
- Gymnadenia Runei
- Runei Fragrant Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gymnadenia runei (also called Rüne's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. It typically grows to a height of 30-50 cm and has slender stems with lanceolate leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests, moist lowland forests, and in shady areas of humid mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnadenia runei is a fragrant orchid that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in bouquets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gymnadenia runei is a small, yellowish-green flower that is borne on a short stalk. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed that is enclosed in a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gymnadenia runei is an easy-to-grow plant that prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Gymnadenia runei
Gymnadenia runei is native to Europe and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.
Gymnadenia runei FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Gymnadenia runei?
Gymnadenia runei prefers temperatures between 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of light does Gymnadenia runei need?
Gymnadenia runei prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Gymnadenia runei be watered?
Gymnadenia runei should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Gymnadenia genus
Gymnadenia runei, Gymnadenia archiducis-joannis, Gymnadenia austriaca, Gymnadenia bicornis, Gymnadenia borealis, Gymnadenia borisii, Gymnadenia buschmanniae, Gymnadenia carpatica, Gymnadenia chanousiana, Gymnadenia conopsea, Gymnadenia corneliana, Gymnadenia crassinervis, Gymnadenia delphineae, Gymnadenia densiflora, Gymnadenia dolomitensis, Gymnadenia eggeriana, Gymnadenia emeiensis, Gymnadenia frivaldii, Gymnadenia gabasiana, Gymnadenia godferyana, Gymnadenia heufleri, Gymnadenia intermedia, Gymnadenia lithopolitanica, Gymnadenia miniata, Gymnadenia nigra, Gymnadenia odoratissima, Gymnadenia orchidis, Gymnadenia pyrenaeensis, Gymnadenia rhellicani, Gymnadenia stiriaca, Gymnadenia taquetii, Gymnadenia truongiae, Gymnadenia turnowskyi, Gymnadenia wettsteiniana, Gymnadenia widderi, Gymnadenia densiflora, Gymnadenia fohringeri, Gymnadenia geigelsteiniana, Gymnadenia hedrenii, Gymnadenia hubertii, Gymnadenia schwerei, Gymnadenia trummeriana, Gymnadenia moritziana, Gymnadenia petzenensis, Gymnadenia teppneri, Gymnadenia bicolor, Gymnadenia hygrophila, Gymnadenia abelii, Gymnadenia kaeseri,
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-375521: Based on the initial data import
Erich Klein (1931-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Klein' in the authors string.
Herwig Teppner (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teppner' in the authors string.
Stefan Ericsson (1954-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ericsson' in the authors string.