Calanthe pauciverrucosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pauciverrucosa
ID:
765200
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 53: 4 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764533
Common Names
- Few-verrucose orchid
- Few-verrucose mountain orchid
- Few-verrucose alpine orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calanthe pauciverrucosa (also called Few-wrinkled calanthe, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces fragrant white or yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Calanthe pauciverrucosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calanthe pauciverrucosa is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calanthe pauciverrucosa is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.
Where to Find Calanthe pauciverrucosa
Calanthe pauciverrucosa is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Calanthe pauciverrucosa FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Calanthe pauciverrucosa?
Calanthe pauciverrucosa prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What kind of soil is best for Calanthe pauciverrucosa?
Calanthe pauciverrucosa prefers a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
What kind of light does Calanthe pauciverrucosa need?
Calanthe pauciverrucosa prefers bright, indirect light.
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-30345: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.