Status:
valid
Authors:
(Finet) X.H.Jin, Schuit. & W.T.Jin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 51 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339971
Description
Ponerorchis keiskei (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 keiskei 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 keiskei has white to pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a toothed margin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ponerorchis keiskei 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 keiskei
Ponerorchis keiskei is found in Japan.
Ponerorchis keiskei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis keiskei?
Ponerorchis keiskei
What is the common name of Ponerorchis keiskei?
Keiske's Ponerorchis
Where is Ponerorchis keiskei found?
Japan
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,