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Gastrodia celebica

Gastrodia celebica Schltr.
Gastrodia celebica
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Gastrodia celebica is a species in the Orchidaceae family, native to Sulawesi. It was first described in 1911 by Schltr.

Description

Gastrodia celebica belongs to the genus Gastrodia within the Orchidaceae family, a group of flowering plants known for their diverse and often intricate floral structures. This species is native to the island of Sulawesi, where it occurs in its natural habitat. The scientific name was published in 1911 by the botanist Schltr., who formally described the species. As part of the Orchidaceae, it shares characteristics typical of orchids, including specialized pollination mechanisms and often mycorrhizal associations for growth. No further detailed ecological or morphological information is provided in the source data.

Distribution

Sulawesi

Synonyms

Demorchis celebica

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