Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nakaianus
ID:
1411763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Maek.) T.Yukawa

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci., Tokyo, B. 42(3): 108. 2016 [22 Aug 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424228

Common Names

  • Odontochilus Nakaianus
  • Nakaianus Odontochilus
  • Odontochilus

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Description

Odontochilus nakaianus (also called Nakaian Odontochilus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Papua New Guinea. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with short, ovate leaves and a short stem. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow center and a purple lip. It is found in humid forests and grasslands in the Papua New Guinea lowland rain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Odontochilus nakaianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontochilus nakaianus flowers are white and yellow, with a long, curved spur. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontochilus nakaianus is a hardy perennial that is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated from seed, but the seedlings are slow to develop and may take several years to reach flowering size.

Where to Find Odontochilus nakaianus

Odontochilus nakaianus is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Odontochilus nakaianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontochilus nakaianus?

Odontochilus nakaianus

What is the natural habitat of Odontochilus nakaianus?

Forests in Japan

What is the flower shape of Odontochilus nakaianus?

The flowers are star-shaped

Species in the Odontochilus genus

Odontochilus bisaccatus, Odontochilus brevistylus, Odontochilus clarkei, Odontochilus crispus, Odontochilus degeneri, Odontochilus elwesii, Odontochilus grandiflorus, Odontochilus hatusimanus, Odontochilus lanceolatus, Odontochilus longiflorus, Odontochilus macranthus, Odontochilus reniformis, Odontochilus tashiroi, Odontochilus tortus, Odontochilus acalcaratus, Odontochilus nanlingensis, Odontochilus poilanei, Odontochilus saprophyticus, Odontochilus umbrosus, Odontochilus asraoa, Odontochilus duplex, Odontochilus guangdongensis, Odontochilus uniflorus, Odontochilus tetrapterus, Odontochilus hasseltii, Odontochilus hydrocephalus, Odontochilus serriformis, Odontochilus grandiflorus, Odontochilus longiflorus, Odontochilus brevistylis, Odontochilus nandae, Odontochilus aureus, Odontochilus coerulescens, Odontochilus elongatus, Odontochilus fimbriatus, Odontochilus hatumetensis, Odontochilus mindanaensis, Odontochilus montanus, Odontochilus occultus, Odontochilus pectiniferus, Odontochilus philippinensis, Odontochilus puberulus, Odontochilus pubescens, Odontochilus spicatus, Odontochilus napoensis, Odontochilus seranicus, Odontochilus yakushimensis, Odontochilus whiteheadii, Odontochilus urceolatus, Odontochilus tsukusianus,

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

Fumio Maekawa (1908-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Maek.' in the authors string.
Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.