Phalaenopsis taenialis, also known as 小尖囊蝴蝶兰 (xiao jian nang hu die lan) in Chinese,[2] is a species of epiphytic orchid occurring from the eastern Himalaya to China (Yunnan).[1] The specific epithet taenialis is derived from the long, flattened roots, which resemble tapeworms.[3] The specific epithet taenialis, from the Latin taenia, means ribbon or band.[4]
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Order: | Asparagales |
| Family: | Orchidaceae |
| Subfamily: | Epidendroideae |
| Genus: | Phalaenopsis |
| Species: | P. taenialis
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Description
editThis species has flattened, verrucose roots, which arise from inconspicuous stems bearing few, deciduous, 1–3.5 cm long and 4–13 cm long leaves. The leaves are usually shed during flowering or dry seasons, but commonly one leaf persists. Flowering occurs in June and 1–2 widely opening, pale pink to rose purple flowers are produced on 6.5–19 cm long, axillary racemes. The column is broadly dilated at the stigma. The anther cap is subglobose.[2] The labellum has a sub-cylindric spur,[5] which points downward in a right angle to the ovary.[6]
The chromosome count is 2n = 36, 38, 40, 57.[2]
Taxonomy
editThis species closely resembles the newly published species Phalaenopsis arunachalensis, which as of March 2022 is not currently accepted by the World Checklist of Selected Plant Families (WCSP) of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, as well as Phalaenopsis honghenensis.[7] This adds further complexity to the taxonomy of Phalaenopsis subgen. Aphyllae.
Synonymy with Phalaenopsis braceana
editThe flowers of Phalaenopsis taenialis turn yellow or orange as a result of post-pollination changes. This change can also be caused by stress. This makes flowers less attractive to potential pollinators. The original description of Doritis braceana was based on Phalaenopsis taenialis specimens showing these changes in flower colour. The name Phalaenopsis braceana has been erroneously applied to several species. However, its only correct use is as a synonym of Phalaenopsis taenialis.[8]
Cultivation
editEstablished plants are relatively easy to cultivate mounted on driftwood or cork bark. The flattened roots of tapeworm like appearance should be handled with great care. It benefits from warm, humid conditions in summer and cool, dry conditions in winter. This mimics the climate it is adapted to.[8]
Ecology
editThis species occurs epiphytically on tree trunks at elevations of 1100–2200 m above sea level.[2] It grows on a variety of broad-leaved phorophytes with smooth or rough bark, such as oaks and Rhododendron. It is found in shady conditions.[8]
Phytochemistry
editThe alkaloid Phalaenopsin La has been isolated from this species.[9] Unlike some other Phalaenopsis species, the other form Phalaenopsin T was not present.[10]
Conservation
editThis species is abundant in nature and numerous herbarium specimens have been collected. Before the establishment of CITES regulations on international trade, specimens collected from the wild were commonly exported from northeast India.[11] However, this species is threatened due to deforestation and poaching.[12]
References
edit- ^ a b "Phalaenopsis taenialis". World Checklist of Selected Plant Families (WCSP). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
- ^ a b c d "Wu, Z.Y., Raven, P.H. & Hong, D.Y. 2009 Flora of China Vol. 25 Orchidaceae Science Press, Beijing, and Missouri Botanical Garden Press St. Louis, MO. 446"
- ^ Dalström, Stig; Gyeltshen, Choki; Gyeltshen, Nima; Tobgay, Kezang; Zam, Pem; Wangchuk, Tandin; Rinzin, Kezang (May 2021). "Orchids of Bhutan - Phalaenopsis Blume". American Orchid Society - Orchids: 362–367.
- ^ "taenia". Latin dictionaries. Latinitium. Retrieved March 11, 2022.
- ^ PANDAY, S., SINGH, S., KUMAR, R., & SINHA, B. Notes on two interesting and less known orchids of Meghalaya.
- ^ Dalström, Stig (2006). "Notes from the OIC: It Is Not Easy Being Green". Selbyana. 27 (2): 208–214. JSTOR 41760284.
- ^ Gogoi, Khyanjeet; Rinya, Koj (2020-10-09). "Phalaenopsis arunachalensis sp. nov. (Orchidaceae: Epidendroideae: Aeridinae) A new epiphytic orchid from Arunachal Pradesh, Northeast India". Lankesteriana. doi:10.15517/lank.v20i3.44102. S2CID 225114206.
- ^ a b c Dalström, S.; Gyeltshen, N.; Höijer, T. (2010). "Phalaenopsis taenialis: a case of split personality". Orchids. 79 (8): 468–471.
- ^ a b Brandänge, S.; Granelli, I.; Lüning, B. (1970). "Studies on Orchidaceae alkaloids. 18. Isolation of phalaenopsin La from Kingiella taenialis (Lindl.) Rolfe". Acta Chemica Scandinavica. 24 (1): 354. doi:10.3891/acta.chem.scand.24-0354. PMID 5424821.
- ^ Brandänge, Svante; Lüning, Björn; Moberg, Christina; Sjöstrand, Elisabeth; Svensson, Sigfrid (1972). "Studies on Orchidaceae Alkaloids. XXX. Investigation of Fourteen Phalaenopsis Species. A New Pyrrolizidine Alkaloid from Phalaenopsis equestris Rchb.f." Acta Chemica Scandinavica. 26: 2558–2560. doi:10.3891/acta.chem.scand.26-2558.
- ^ Christenson, Eric A. (2001). Phalaenopsis: A Monograph. Portland, Oregon: Timber Press. pp. 58–59. ISBN 1604691719.
- ^ Bharadwaj, Bishal; Rai, Raj; Raskoti, Bhakta (2015). "Inventory of Orchids in the Hanspokhari area of Kolbung VDC, Ilam District, Eastern Nepal". The MIOS Journal. 16: 18–24.
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