Pomatocalpa floresana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floresana
ID:
281403
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 12: 148 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280735
Common Names
- Pomatocalpa floresana
- Flores Star Orchid
- Flores Island Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pomatocalpa floresana (also called Flores Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Asia. 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 floresana 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
Pomatocalpa floresana has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pomatocalpa floresana 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 floresana
Pomatocalpa floresana is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Pomatocalpa floresana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa floresana?
Pomatocalpa floresana
How tall does Pomatocalpa floresana grow?
Up to 1.5m tall
What type of soil does Pomatocalpa floresana prefer?
Well-drained, humus-rich soil
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-163142: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.