Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
corningiana
ID:
268850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 11: 620 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268182

Common Names

  • Phalaenopsis corningiana
  • Corning's Phalaenopsis
  • Corning's Moth Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Phalaenopsis cumingiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Polychilos corningiana (Rchb.f.) Shim [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis sumatrana sanguinea Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Phalaenopsis corningiana (also called Corning's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has a long stem with several leaves and multiple flowers. It grows in humid forests, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Phalaenopsis corningiana is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phalaenopsis corningiana is white with pink markings and has a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis corningiana is an evergreen epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained potting mix of equal parts of peat, bark, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the clump.

Where to Find Phalaenopsis corningiana

Phalaenopsis corningiana is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Phalaenopsis corningiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phalaenopsis corningiana?

Phalaenopsis corningiana

What is the natural habitat of Phalaenopsis corningiana?

It is native to the Philippines.

What is the flower color of Phalaenopsis corningiana?

The flowers are usually white or pink in color.

Species in the Phalaenopsis genus

Phalaenopsis amabilis, Phalaenopsis amboinensis, Phalaenopsis amphitrite, Phalaenopsis aphrodite, Phalaenopsis appendiculata, Phalaenopsis bastianii, Phalaenopsis bellina, Phalaenopsis buyssoniana, Phalaenopsis celebensis, Phalaenopsis chibae, Phalaenopsis cochlearis, Phalaenopsis corningiana, Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi, Phalaenopsis deliciosa, Phalaenopsis doweryensis, Phalaenopsis equestris, Phalaenopsis fasciata, Phalaenopsis fimbriata, Phalaenopsis floresensis, Phalaenopsis fuscata, Phalaenopsis gersenii, Phalaenopsis gibbosa, Phalaenopsis gigantea, Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica, Phalaenopsis honghenensis, Phalaenopsis inscriptiosinensis, Phalaenopsis intermedia, Phalaenopsis javanica, Phalaenopsis kunstleri, Phalaenopsis leucorrhoda, Phalaenopsis lindenii, Phalaenopsis lobbii, Phalaenopsis lowii, Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana, Phalaenopsis luteola, Phalaenopsis maculata, Phalaenopsis mannii, Phalaenopsis mariae, Phalaenopsis micholitzii, Phalaenopsis modesta, Phalaenopsis mysorensis, Phalaenopsis pallens, Phalaenopsis pantherina, Phalaenopsis parishii, Phalaenopsis philippinensis, Phalaenopsis pulcherrima, Phalaenopsis pulchra, Phalaenopsis reichenbachiana, Phalaenopsis robinsonii, Phalaenopsis rolfeana,

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,

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