Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acuminatus
ID:
925694

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Clem. & Hatch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 23: 491 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000925029

Common Names

  • Corybas acuminatus
  • Acuminate Helmet Orchid
  • Acuminate Frog Orchid

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Description

Corybas acuminatus (also called the Acuminate Helmet Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to New Zealand. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grassland, shrubland, and open forest.

Uses & Benefits

Corybas acuminatus is a popular ornamental plant and is used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Corybas acuminatus is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with a yellowish-green centre. The seed of Corybas acuminatus is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Corybas acuminatus are small, green, and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corybas acuminatus is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and a well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Corybas acuminatus

Corybas acuminatus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Species in the Corybas genus

Corybas dowlingii, Corybas fanjingshanensis, Corybas annamensis, Corybas sulcatus, Corybas puniceus, Corybas abditus, Corybas abellianus, Corybas aberrans, Corybas aconitiflorus, Corybas acuminatus, Corybas acutus, Corybas aduncus, Corybas albipurpureus, Corybas amabilis, Corybas amungwiwensis, Corybas arachnoideus, Corybas arfakensis, Corybas aristatus, Corybas bancanus, Corybas barbarae, Corybas betchei, Corybas betsyae, Corybas boridiensis, Corybas bryophilus, Corybas calcicola, Corybas calliferus, Corybas calopeplos, Corybas calophyllus, Corybas carinatus, Corybas carinuliferus, Corybas carsei, Corybas caudatus, Corybas cerasinus, Corybas cheesemanii, Corybas comptus, Corybas crenulatus, Corybas cryptanthus, Corybas cyclopensis, Corybas cymatilis, Corybas dentatus, Corybas despectans, Corybas diemenicus, Corybas dienemus, Corybas ecarinatus, Corybas ekuamensis, Corybas epiphyticus, Corybas erythrocarpus, Corybas expansus, Corybas fenestratus, Corybas fimbriatus,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-47666: Based on the initial data import
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
Edwin Daniel Hatch (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatch' in the authors string.