Phalaenopsis chibae

In this article we will delve into the fascinating world of Phalaenopsis chibae, exploring its origins, its relevance in today's society and its impact on different areas of life. Phalaenopsis chibae has been the subject of interest and debate throughout history, motivating philosophers, scientists, artists and people from all walks of life to delve deeper into its meaning and repercussions. Through a detailed analysis, we will examine the most relevant aspects of Phalaenopsis chibae, from its first manifestations to its presence today, with the aim of providing a comprehensive and enriching vision of this diverse and exciting topic.

Phalaenopsis chibae
inflorescence detail
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Asparagales
Family: Orchidaceae
Subfamily: Epidendroideae
Genus: Phalaenopsis
Species:
P. chibae
Binomial name
Phalaenopsis chibae
T.Yukawa
distribution of Phalaenopsis chibae
Synonyms
  • Doritis chibae (T.Yukawa) T.Yukawa & K.Kita
  • Kingidium chibae (T.Yukawa) O.Gruss & Roellke

Phalaenopsis chibae is a species of orchid endemic to Vietnam.[1]

Description

These epiphytes have elliptic to obovate, up to 11 cm long and 4.5 cm wide leaves with purple suffusion. Up to 13 1.2 cm wide, simultaneously opening, pale yellow flowers with brown markings are produced on erect racemes up to 11 cm in length, which show purple colouration. The callus shows purple markings on a white ground colour. The three-lobed lip is densely pubescent behind the callus. It is found in elevations of 400–600 m a.s.l. in Vietnam. The specific epithet chibae refers to the species discoverer Masaaki Chiba of Japan.[2]

Conservation

This species is protected unter the CITES appendix II regulations of international trade.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Phalaenopsis chibae T.Yukawa | Plants of the World Online | Kew Science". powo.science.kew.org. Retrieved 24 February 2022.
  2. ^ Christenson, E. A. (2001). Phalaenopsis: a monograph. Timber Press (OR).
  3. ^ "Phalaenopsis". CITES.


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