Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) X.H.Jin, Schuit. & W.T.Jin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 51 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339970
Description
Ponerorchis gracilis (also called Ponerorchis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect stem and a single, large, white flower. It is native to Japan and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ponerorchis gracilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ponerorchis gracilis has small yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ponerorchis gracilis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Ponerorchis gracilis
Ponerorchis gracilis is found in China.
Ponerorchis gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis gracilis?
Ponerorchis gracilis
What is the common name of Ponerorchis gracilis?
Graceful Ponerorchis
Where is Ponerorchis gracilis found?
China
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,