Holcoglossum calcicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
913664
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schuit. & P.Bonnet
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 16: 6 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912999
Common Names
- Holcoglossum Calcicola
- Calcicola Holcoglossum
- Holcoglossum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Holcoglossum calcicola (also called Holcoglossum, among many other common names) is a plant species in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial herb with an erect stem up to 30 cm tall. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Holcoglossum calcicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Holcoglossum calcicola has small yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Holcoglossum calcicola is a tropical epiphyte that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division.
Where to Find Holcoglossum calcicola
Holcoglossum calcicola is native to China and can be found in the forests of the country.
Species in the Holcoglossum genus
Holcoglossum omeiense, Holcoglossum tsii, Holcoglossum weixiense, Holcoglossum auriculatum, Holcoglossum nujiangense, Holcoglossum calcicola, Holcoglossum linearifolium, Holcoglossum amesianum, Holcoglossum flavescens, Holcoglossum himalaicum, Holcoglossum kimballianum, Holcoglossum lingulatum, Holcoglossum quasipinifolium, Holcoglossum rupestre, Holcoglossum sinicum, Holcoglossum subulifolium, Holcoglossum wangii, Holcoglossum singchianum, Holcoglossum pumilum, Holcoglossum phongii, Holcoglossum gaoligongense, Holcoglossum semiteretifolium,
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-457953: Based on the initial data import
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Pierre Bonnet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Bonnet' in the authors string.