Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
breviunguiculata
ID:
806592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shih C.Hsu, Gravend. & de Vogel

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Blumea 50: 515 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805926

Common Names

  • Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata
  • Short-Spurred Geesinkorchis
  • Breviunguiculata Geesinkorchis

Searching for Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata (also called 'Short-Lipped Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata has small white flowers with four petals and four stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and a small root system.

Searching for Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata is a small, evergreen perennial that grows in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can reach heights of up to 1 meter. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in grassland and rocky outcrops.

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata?

Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata

What is the common name of Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata?

Short-clawed orchid

What is the natural habitat of Geesinkorchis breviunguiculata?

It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

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-344195: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
Barbara Gravendeel (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gravend.' in the authors string.
Shih Chung Hsu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shih C.Hsu' in the authors string.