Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
765276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 6/7(Calanthe): 11. 1855 [Nov 1855]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764609



Common Names

  • Large-flowered Calanthe
  • Large-flowered Orchid
  • Plantain-leaved Calanthe


Searching for Calanthe pilosa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Calanthe pilosa (also called 'Hairy 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 pilosa is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe pilosa has white flowers with a yellow center and six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thin with two small, pointed leaves.

Searching for Calanthe pilosa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe pilosa 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 pilosa

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

Calanthe pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe pilosa?

Calanthe pilosa

What are the common names of Calanthe pilosa?

Hairy calanthe, Hairy-leaved calanthe

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe pilosa?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China

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-30352: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.