Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O'Byrne
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Malayan Orchid Rev. 43: 98 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000918573
Common Names
- Woonchengii Pelatantheria
- Pelatantheria Woonchengii
- Wooncheng's Pelatantheria
Description
Pelatantheria woonchengii (also called Wooncheng Pelatantheria, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid found in Southeast Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady places and is characterized by its small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Pelatantheria woonchengii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pelatantheria woonchengii is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green tip. The seed is small and round, with a black or dark brown color. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pelatantheria woonchengii can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant in well-drained soil. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Pelatantheria woonchengii
Pelatantheria woonchengii is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Species in the Pelatantheria genus
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,