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anoectochilus

Scientific Name: Anoectochilus

Family: Orchidaceae

Category: Monocot

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Anoectochilus: The Jewel Orchid

Anoectochilus is a genus of approximately 50 orchid species belonging to the family Orchidaceae and the subfamily Orchidoideae. These orchids are commonly known as "Jewel Orchids."

Considerations for Pets

  • Some Anoectochilus species are considered ornamental plants and may be present in homes.

Considerations for Children

  • Some Anoectochilus species are considered ornamental plants and may be present in homes.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Orchidaceae
  • Subfamily: Orchidoideae
  • Synonyms:
    • Anoectochilus apiculatus L.O. Williams &amp Fosberg (for Anoectochilus sandvicensis)
    • Anoectochilus setaceus Blume
  • Alternative Scientific Names:
    • Chrysobaphus roxburghii Wall. (1826)
    • Anoectochilus roxburghii (Wall.) Lindl. (1832)

Common Names

  • Jewel Orchid
  • Roxburgh's Anoectochilus
  • Hawai'i jewel-orchid (for Anoectochilus sandvicensis)
  • Hawaiian jewel-orchid (for Anoectochilus sandvicensis)
  • Jin Xian Lan (in China)
  • Wan mai na (in Thailand)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Anoectochilus species are small terrestrial herbs found in various regions, including the Himalayas.
  • Anoectochilus chapaensis is native to Yunnan, China, and North Vietnam.
  • Anoectochilus yatesiae is endemic to northeastern Queensland, Australia.
  • Some species, like Anoectochilus koshunensis, can be found in shaded humid environments.
  • Anoectochilus sandvicensis is found in Hawai'i.

Morphological Characteristics

  • These are small terrestrial herbs.
  • Anoectochilus roxburghii "TE" has reddish-brown leaves with metallic copper-red veinations.
  • Some species have dark green leaves veined with silver and gold.
  • Flowers are typically small and white, borne on a spike.
  • Plants can grow to be 8-20 cm tall with erect stems.

Traditional and Medicinal Uses

  • Anoectochilus formosanus is used in Chinese folk medicine to treat hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease.
  • Anoectochilus formosanus has been used for fever, pain, and lung diseases.
  • Anoectochilus formosanus and Gynostemma pentaphyllum are used for treating hepatitis and hypertension.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "Anoectochilus" was originally published as "Anecochilus" in 1825.
  • Anoectochilus roxburghii was named after an English Botanical Director in India in the 1800s.

Further Information

  • WCSP (World Checklist of Selected Plant Families)
  • Flora of China
  • International Plant Names Index
  • Logees.com
  • Wikimedia Commons