Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
polluciferum
ID:
942040

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 29 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941378



Common Names

  • Dendrochilum polluciferum
  • Polluciferum Dendrochilum
  • Polluciferum Orchid


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Description

Dendrochilum polluciferum (also called 'Giant Star Orchid' and 'Giant Star-Shaped Orchid', among many other common names) is a large epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical regions of Asia. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, white flowers with a yellow lip. It typically grows in humid, shady forests and is found in the Philippines, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrochilum polluciferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to be a good air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrochilum polluciferum is white with a yellow lip and has a waxy texture. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are pale green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrochilum polluciferum is a terrestrial orchid native to the Philippines. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Dendrochilum polluciferum

Dendrochilum polluciferum can be found in the Philippines, in the provinces of Benguet, Bontoc, Kalinga, and Mountain Province.

Species in the Dendrochilum genus

Dendrochilum celebesense, Dendrochilum coccineum, Dendrochilum cordatum, Dendrochilum warrenii, Dendrochilum croceum, Dendrochilum quinquecallosum, Dendrochilum undulatum, Dendrochilum banksii, Dendrochilum ravanii, Dendrochilum kopfii, Dendrochilum pseudowenzelii, Dendrochilum tortile, Dendrochilum septemnervium, Dendrochilum tiongianum, Dendrochilum abbreviatum, Dendrochilum abortum, Dendrochilum acuiferum, Dendrochilum acuminatum, Dendrochilum adpressibulbum, Dendrochilum affine, Dendrochilum alatum, Dendrochilum alboviride, Dendrochilum alpinum, Dendrochilum ambangense, Dendrochilum amesianum, Dendrochilum anfractum, Dendrochilum angustifolium, Dendrochilum angustilobum, Dendrochilum angustipetalum, Dendrochilum anomalum, Dendrochilum apiculatum, Dendrochilum apoense, Dendrochilum appendiculatum, Dendrochilum arachnites, Dendrochilum asperum, Dendrochilum atjehense, Dendrochilum aurantiacum, Dendrochilum auriculare, Dendrochilum auriculilobum, Dendrochilum bandaharaense, Dendrochilum barbifrons, Dendrochilum basale, Dendrochilum beccarii, Dendrochilum binuangense, Dendrochilum brachyotum, Dendrochilum brevilabre, Dendrochilum carinatum, Dendrochilum carnosulilabrum, Dendrochilum carnosum, Dendrochilum cinnabarinum,

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,

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