Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
moluccana
ID:
279669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 47 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279001



Common Names

  • Plocoglottis moluccana
  • Moluccana Plocoglottis
  • Plocoglottis Moluccana


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Synonyms

  • Plocoglottis glaucescens Schltr. [unknown]
  • Plocoglottis glaucescens glaucescens [unknown]
  • Plocoglottis maculata Schltr. [unknown]
  • Plocoglottis tropidiifolia J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Plocoglottis moluccana (also called Moluccan Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Indonesia. It is a small to medium-sized epiphyte with a stem up to 40 cm long. It has linear, leathery leaves that are up to 15 cm long. The flowers are yellowish-green and have a labellum that is white with purple spots.

Uses & Benefits

Plocoglottis moluccana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plocoglottis moluccana has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocoglottis moluccana is a small, evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing.

Where to Find Plocoglottis moluccana

Plocoglottis moluccana can be found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Plocoglottis moluccana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plocoglottis moluccana?

Plocoglottis moluccana

What family does Plocoglottis moluccana belong to?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Plocoglottis moluccana?

Moluccan orchid

Species in the Plocoglottis genus

Plocoglottis angulata, Plocoglottis bicallosa, Plocoglottis bicomata, Plocoglottis bokorensis, Plocoglottis borneensis, Plocoglottis confertiflora, Plocoglottis copelandii, Plocoglottis dilatata, Plocoglottis gigantea, Plocoglottis hirta, Plocoglottis janowskii, Plocoglottis javanica, Plocoglottis kaniensis, Plocoglottis lacuum, Plocoglottis lancifolia, Plocoglottis latifrons, Plocoglottis lobulata, Plocoglottis loheriana, Plocoglottis longicuspis, Plocoglottis lowii, Plocoglottis lucbanensis, Plocoglottis mamberamensis, Plocoglottis mindorensis, Plocoglottis moluccana, Plocoglottis neohibernica, Plocoglottis parviflora, Plocoglottis parviflora, Plocoglottis pseudomoluccana, Plocoglottis quadrifolia, Plocoglottis sakiensis, Plocoglottis seranica, Plocoglottis sororia, Plocoglottis sphingoides, Plocoglottis striata, Plocoglottis torana, Plocoglottis torricellensis, Plocoglottis plicata,

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