Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
764608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe ex Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 127: t. 7780 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763941



Common Names

  • Madagascar Orchid
  • Madagascar Calanthe
  • Madagascar Calanthe Orchid


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Description

Calanthe madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Calanthe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has long, thin, green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe madagascariensis is a popular houseplant that is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and can be used to create a tropical look in the garden. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe madagascariensis has large, white, fragrant flowers with 6 petals. The seeds are small, brown, and round, and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe madagascariensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It is a hardy plant that grows up to 60 cm in height and has white or pink flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in spring and will flower in summer.

Where to Find Calanthe madagascariensis

Calanthe madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.

Calanthe madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe madagascariensis?

Calanthe madagascariensis

What is the family of Calanthe madagascariensis?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Calanthe madagascariensis?

Madagascar

Species in the Calanthe genus

Calanthe dulongensis, Calanthe abbreviata, Calanthe aceras, Calanthe albolilacina, Calanthe albolutea, Calanthe alleizettei, Calanthe alismifolia, Calanthe alpina, Calanthe alta, Calanthe angustifolia, Calanthe arcuata, Calanthe arfakana, Calanthe argenteo-striata, Calanthe arisanensis, Calanthe aristulifera, Calanthe aruank, Calanthe aurantiaca, Calanthe aureiflora, Calanthe balansae, Calanthe baliensis, Calanthe bicalcarata, Calanthe biloba, Calanthe brevicornu, Calanthe calanthoides, Calanthe camptoceras, Calanthe cardioglossa, Calanthe carrii, Calanthe caulescens, Calanthe caulodes, Calanthe ceciliae, Calanthe celebica, Calanthe chevalieri, Calanthe chloroleuca, Calanthe chrysoglossoides, Calanthe clavata, Calanthe clavicalcar, Calanthe coiloglossa, Calanthe conspicua, Calanthe cremeoviridis, Calanthe crenulata, Calanthe cruciata, Calanthe crumenata, Calanthe curvato-ascendens, Calanthe davaensis, Calanthe davidii, Calanthe delavayi, Calanthe densiflora, Calanthe discolor, Calanthe dominii, Calanthe ecallosa,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-30288: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.