Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gilbertii
ID:
978350

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Thomas & P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 51: 145 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000977688

Common Names

  • Habenaria gilbertii
  • Gilbertii Habenaria
  • Gilbertii Orchid

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Description

Habenaria gilbertii (also called Gilbert's rein orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It grows in wet montane forests, usually at elevations of 1,500-2,500 m. It has an erect stem that can reach up to 50 cm in height and has a single, large, white flower.

Uses & Benefits

Habenaria gilbertii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Habenaria gilbertii has white flowers with yellow-green lips. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habenaria gilbertii is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico. It is best grown in a pot with a well-drained, slightly acidic potting mix. Provide bright light and water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division in spring.

Where to Find Habenaria gilbertii

Habenaria gilbertii can be found in parts of Central and South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Species in the Habenaria genus

Habenaria sylvicultrix, Habenaria bacata, Habenaria carlotae, Habenaria euryloba, Habenaria fuscina, Habenaria habenarioides, Habenaria halata, Habenaria leon-ibarrae, Habenaria leptophylla, Habenaria mediocris, Habenaria pabstii, Habenaria uncata, Habenaria vatia, Habenaria paulistana, Habenaria binghamii, Habenaria bonateoides, Habenaria carvajaliana, Habenaria castroi, Habenaria clareae, Habenaria cuevasiana, Habenaria geerinckiana, Habenaria harderi, Habenaria jardeliana, Habenaria kariniae, Habenaria lizbethae, Habenaria ludibundiciliata, Habenaria mariae, Habenaria micheliana, Habenaria pinzonii, Habenaria pubidactyla, Habenaria socorroae, Habenaria xochitliae, Habenaria ankylocentron, Habenaria cauda-porcelli, Habenaria tianae, Habenaria agrestis, Habenaria anomaliflora, Habenaria atrata, Habenaria ciliatisepala, Habenaria cortesii, Habenaria egleriana, Habenaria nogeirana, Habenaria pseudofilifera, Habenaria pseudoglaucophylla, Habenaria szlachetkoana, Habenaria talaensis, Habenaria tequilana, Habenaria arenata, Habenaria psammophila, Habenaria canastrensis,

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-94698: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Sarah Thomas (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Thomas' in the authors string.