Gastrochilus japonicus
Orchidaceae
- Range
- From mainland Japan(west of Kanto) to the Ryukyu Islands, and Jeju Island
In the diorama, it takes root on a tree trunk and spreads its leaves.
This is an epiphytic orchid that clings to tree trunks and other surfaces. Among the epiphytic orchids found on Tokunoshima, this species is the most commonly seen. Its small flowers bloom from June to July, nestled beneath its leaves. Despite their inconspicuous placement, the flowers are vibrant in shades of orange and yellow.
Habitat of This Animal:
B:Forest along the mountain ridge - B2:Deep forest
As time passes from the felling of trees, trees in the forest will grow taller and thicker. Tall trees like Castanopsis, a representative tree of forests in Tokunoshima Island, form the forest canopy. Different layers of plants are formed beneath it, including medium-to-small trees and bottom weeds, and the forest floor becomes gradually darker. Through such a process, the forest will become deeper, supporting the fauna of Tokunoshima Island.
This B2:Deep forest