Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caloglossa
ID:
280958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Otia Bot. Hamburg. : 111 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280290



Common Names

  • Polystachya Caloglossa
  • Caloglossa Orchid
  • Beautiful Tongue Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Polystachya excelsa Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Dendrorkis caloglossa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Dendrorchis caloglossa (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Polystachya caloglossa (also called Polystachya caloglossa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist habitats such as wetlands, marshes, and swamps. It has a short, upright stem and small, yellow flowers with a long petal.

Uses & Benefits

Polystachya caloglossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a houseplant for its attractive foliage. The leaves of this plant are used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polystachya caloglossa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polystachya caloglossa is a small, terrestrial orchid that grows from a rhizome. It is best propagated by division of the rhizome, which can be done in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Polystachya caloglossa

Polystachya caloglossa is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Polystachya caloglossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polystachya caloglossa?

Polystachya caloglossa

What is the common name of Polystachya caloglossa?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Polystachya caloglossa?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Polystachya genus

Polystachya aconitiflora, Polystachya acridolens, Polystachya acuminata, Polystachya adansoniae, Polystachya aethiopica, Polystachya affinis, Polystachya albescens, Polystachya alpina, Polystachya anceps, Polystachya angularis, Polystachya anthoceros, Polystachya armeniaca, Polystachya asper, Polystachya aurantiaca, Polystachya bancoensis, Polystachya batkoi, Polystachya bella, Polystachya bennettiana, Polystachya bequaertii, Polystachya bicalcarata, Polystachya bicarinata, Polystachya bifida, Polystachya biteaui, Polystachya boliviensis, Polystachya brassii, Polystachya brugeana, Polystachya caduca, Polystachya caespitifica, Polystachya caespitosa, Polystachya calluniflora, Polystachya caloglossa, Polystachya camaridioides, Polystachya campyloglossa, Polystachya canaliculata, Polystachya candida, Polystachya carnosa, Polystachya caudata, Polystachya cerea, Polystachya cingulata, Polystachya clavata, Polystachya concreta, Polystachya confusa, Polystachya cooperi, Polystachya coriscensis, Polystachya cornigera, Polystachya cribbiana, Polystachya cultriformis, Polystachya dalzielii, Polystachya dendrobiiflora, Polystachya dewanckeliana,

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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