Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
1411586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurzweil

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 65(2): 163. 2013 [24 Dec 2013]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424051



Common Names

  • Calanthe Punctata
  • Punctata Orchid
  • Calanthe Orchid


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Description

Calanthe punctata (also called 'Spotted Calanthe', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and is characterized by its long, thin stems and white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe punctata is used for its edible fruits, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe punctata has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe punctata is a terrestrial orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It can be propagated by division and seed. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Calanthe punctata

Calanthe punctata is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Calanthe punctata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe punctata?

Calanthe punctata is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What is the typical size of Calanthe punctata?

Calanthe punctata typically grows to be about 6-12 inches in height.

What is the best temperature for Calanthe punctata?

Calanthe punctata prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

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

Hubert Kurzweil (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurzweil' in the authors string.