Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Wood & R.Rice
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 111(1254, Suppl.): 346 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510173
Common Names
- Renanthera chanii
- Chanii Renanthera
- Chani's Renanthera
Description
Renanthera chanii (also called Chani's Renanthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests. It has small, white flowers and dark green foliage.
Uses & Benefits
Renanthera chanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Renanthera chanii has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Renanthera chanii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist during the growing season. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Renanthera chanii
Renanthera chanii is native to India.
Renanthera chanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Renanthera chanii?
Renanthera chanii
What is the common name of Renanthera chanii?
Chanii
Where is Renanthera chanii found?
India
Species in the Renanthera genus
Renanthera annamensis,
Renanthera auyongii,
Renanthera bella,
Renanthera citrina,
Renanthera coccinea,
Renanthera elongata,
Renanthera hennisiana,
Renanthera histrionica,
Renanthera imschootiana,
Renanthera isosepala,
Renanthera matutina,
Renanthera moluccana,
Renanthera monachica,
Renanthera philippinensis,
Renanthera pulchella,
Renanthera storiei,
Renanthera breviflora,
Renanthera chanii,
Renanthera vietnamensis,
Renanthera caloptera,
Renanthera porphyrodesme,
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
Rod Rice (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rice' in the authors string.