Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
calcarata
ID:
255152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Garay & P.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 24: 261 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254484



Common Names

  • Oeceoclades calcarata
  • African Orchid
  • African Mask Orchid


Searching for Oeceoclades calcarata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Lissochilus paniculatus (Rolfe) H.Perrier [unknown]
  • Cymbidium calcaratum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Eulophia calcarata Schltr. [unknown]
  • Eulophia paniculata Rolfe [unknown]
  • Eulophidium paniculatum (Rolfe) Summerh. [unknown]

Description

Oeceoclades calcarata (also called Spurred Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white and yellow flowers. It usually grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oeceoclades calcarata is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oeceoclades calcarata is a white or yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with three sepals and three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

Searching for Oeceoclades calcarata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Oeceoclades calcarata is a species of orchid native to Madagascar. It is a terrestrial orchid, and is best grown in a pot with a well-draining potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Oeceoclades calcarata

Oeceoclades calcarata is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Oeceoclades calcarata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oeceoclades calcarata?

Oeceoclades calcarata

What type of plant is Oeceoclades calcarata?

Orchid

Where is Oeceoclades calcarata found?

Madagascar

Species in the Oeceoclades genus

Oeceoclades alismatophylla, Oeceoclades ambongensis, Oeceoclades ambrensis, Oeceoclades analamerensis, Oeceoclades analavelensis, Oeceoclades angustifolia, Oeceoclades antsingyensis, Oeceoclades atrovirens, Oeceoclades aurea, Oeceoclades boinensis, Oeceoclades calcarata, Oeceoclades cordylinophylla, Oeceoclades decaryana, Oeceoclades flavescens, Oeceoclades furcata, Oeceoclades gracillima, Oeceoclades hebdingiana, Oeceoclades humbertii, Oeceoclades lanceata, Oeceoclades latifolia, Oeceoclades lonchophylla, Oeceoclades longebracteata, Oeceoclades lubbersiana, Oeceoclades maculata, Oeceoclades pandurata, Oeceoclades perrieri, Oeceoclades petiolata, Oeceoclades peyrotii, Oeceoclades quadriloba, Oeceoclades rauhii, Oeceoclades saundersiana, Oeceoclades sclerophylla, Oeceoclades seychellarum, Oeceoclades spathulifera, Oeceoclades ugandae, Oeceoclades zanzibarica, Oeceoclades callmanderi, Oeceoclades bernetii, Oeceoclades beravensis, Oeceoclades lavergneae, Oeceoclades versicolor,

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-138000: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Peter Taylor (1926-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Taylor' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.