Status:
valid
Authors:
Deva & H.B.Naithani
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Orchid Fl. N.W. Himalaya : 199 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280876
Common Names
- Ponerorchis Renzii
- Renzii Orchid
- Renzii Ponerorchis
Synonyms
- Chusua renzii (Deva & H.B.Naithani) S.Misra [unknown]
Description
Ponerorchis renzii (also called Renz's ponerorchis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in grassy meadows and open forests, typically at elevations of 500-1500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Ponerorchis renzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ponerorchis renzii has small yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ponerorchis renzii is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist, but not wet. It can be propagated through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Ponerorchis renzii
Ponerorchis renzii can be found in Japan.
Ponerorchis renzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis renzii?
Ponerorchis renzii
What is the common name of Ponerorchis renzii?
Renz's Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Ponerorchis renzii?
Woodlands and grasslands
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
S. Deva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deva' in the authors string.