Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bifoliata
ID:
1327507

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tang & F.T.Wang) X.H.Jin, Schuit. & W.T.Jin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 51 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339961


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Description

Ponerorchis bifoliata (also called Two-leaved Ponerorchis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, Korea, and the Russian Far East. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and forest margins at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It has a single, erect stem with two lanceolate leaves and a single, terminal flower.

Uses & Benefits

Ponerorchis bifoliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ponerorchis bifoliata has small yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ponerorchis bifoliata is a terrestrial orchid native to Japan, Korea, and China. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept moist. Division of the rhizome should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Ponerorchis bifoliata

Ponerorchis bifoliata is found in the Alps.

Ponerorchis bifoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis bifoliata?

Ponerorchis bifoliata

What is the natural habitat of Ponerorchis bifoliata?

Grassy slopes and meadows

What is the conservation status of Ponerorchis bifoliata?

Least Concern

Species in the Ponerorchis genus

Ponerorchis brevicalcarata, Ponerorchis chidori, Ponerorchis chusua, Ponerorchis crenulata, Ponerorchis graminifolia, Ponerorchis hemipiloides, Ponerorchis joo-iokiana, Ponerorchis kiraishiensis, Ponerorchis limprichtii, Ponerorchis puberula, Ponerorchis renzii, Ponerorchis taivanensis, Ponerorchis takasago-montana, Ponerorchis tominagae, Ponerorchis omeishanica, Ponerorchis pugeensis, Ponerorchis sichuanica, Ponerorchis exilis, Ponerorchis alpestris, Ponerorchis amplexifolia, Ponerorchis basifoliata, Ponerorchis bidupensis, Ponerorchis bifoliata, Ponerorchis capitata, Ponerorchis camptoceras, Ponerorchis compacta, Ponerorchis cucullata, Ponerorchis dolichocentra, Ponerorchis faberi, Ponerorchis farreri, Ponerorchis gonggashanica, Ponerorchis gracilis, Ponerorchis keiskei, Ponerorchis kinoshitae, Ponerorchis lepida, Ponerorchis luteola, Ponerorchis monantha, Ponerorchis oblonga, Ponerorchis ovata, Ponerorchis papilionacea, Ponerorchis physoceras, Ponerorchis simplex, Ponerorchis secundiflora, Ponerorchis tetraloba, Ponerorchis thailandica, Ponerorchis tibetica, Ponerorchis trifurcata, Ponerorchis wenshanensis, Ponerorchis parceflora, Ponerorchis yueana,

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

Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.
Wei Tao Jin (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Jin' in the authors string.