Status:
valid
Authors:
(Makino) X.H.Jin, Schuit. & W.T.Jin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 77: 51 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339974
Description
Ponerorchis kinoshitae (also called Ponerorchis kinoshitae, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to tropical Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Ponerorchis kinoshitae 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 kinoshitae 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 kinoshitae 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 kinoshitae
Ponerorchis kinoshitae is found in Japan.
Ponerorchis kinoshitae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis kinoshitae?
Ponerorchis kinoshitae
What is the common name of Ponerorchis kinoshitae?
Kinoshita's Ponerorchis
Where is Ponerorchis kinoshitae 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,