Pomatocalpa arachnanthe - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arachnanthe
ID:
281387
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 103 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280719
Common Names
- Pomatocalpa Arachnanthe
- Arachnanthe Orchid
- Arachnanthe Pomatocalpa
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- Saccolabium arachnanthe Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe (also called Spider Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a low-growing, perennial herb, with small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pomatocalpa arachnanthe is pink with a yellow lip and a short spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be grown in a bright, humid environment. It should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pomatocalpa arachnanthe
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe is found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola and south to South Africa.
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa arachnanthe?
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe
What is the natural habitat of Pomatocalpa arachnanthe?
Pomatocalpa arachnanthe is native to the tropical rainforests of Africa.
What is the flower color of Pomatocalpa arachnanthe?
The flowers of Pomatocalpa arachnanthe are yellow to orange in color.
Species in the Pomatocalpa genus
Pomatocalpa angustifolia, Pomatocalpa arachnanthe, Pomatocalpa armigerum, Pomatocalpa bhutanicum, Pomatocalpa bicolor, Pomatocalpa decipiens, Pomatocalpa diffusum, Pomatocalpa floresana, Pomatocalpa fuscum, Pomatocalpa grandis, Pomatocalpa koordersii, Pomatocalpa kunstleri, Pomatocalpa linearipetalum, Pomatocalpa macphersonii, Pomatocalpa maculosum, Pomatocalpa marsupiale, Pomatocalpa parvum, Pomatocalpa simalurense, Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum, Pomatocalpa spicatum, Pomatocalpa tonkinense, Pomatocalpa truncatum, Pomatocalpa undulatum,
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-163128: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.