Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pavairiensis
ID:
765211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 60: 36 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764544



Common Names

  • Pavairiensis orchid
  • Pavairiensis mountain orchid
  • Pavairiensis alpine orchid


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Description

Calanthe pavairiensis (also called 'Pavai Calanthe', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a single, erect, lanceolate leaf and a single, erect, terminal inflorescence with up to 20 flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe pavairiensis 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 pavairiensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe pavairiensis is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers a well-draining soil and a sunny location. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Calanthe pavairiensis

Calanthe pavairiensis is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Calanthe pavairiensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Calanthe pavairiensis?

Calanthe pavairiensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What kind of soil is best for Calanthe pavairiensis?

Calanthe pavairiensis prefers a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

What kind of light does Calanthe pavairiensis need?

Calanthe pavairiensis 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-30346: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.