Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
fernandensis
ID:
277005

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Rauschert

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 561 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276337

Common Names

  • Pleiocoryne fernandensis
  • Fernandensis Pleiocoryne
  • Fernandensis's Pleiocoryne

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Synonyms

  • Polycoryne fernandensis (Hiern) Keay [valid]
  • Randia chloroleuca K.Schum. [valid]
  • Randia psychotrioides K.Schum. [valid]
  • Gardenia fernandensis Hiern [valid]

Description

Pleiocoryne fernandensis (also called Pleione fernandensis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Himalayas, from India to Bhutan. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, oblong, fleshy leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It grows in open grasslands and meadows, and is found at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiocoryne fernandensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pleiocoryne fernandensis var. pobeguinii (N.Hallé) J.-P.Lebrun & Stork

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiocoryne fernandensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiocoryne fernandensis is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical rainforest of Borneo. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains a high amount of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Pleiocoryne fernandensis

Pleiocoryne fernandensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Pleiocoryne fernandensis FAQ

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Asteraceae

Species in the Pleiocoryne genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-158989: Based on the initial data import
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.