Pomatocalpa koordersii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koordersii
ID:
281408
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 104 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280740
Common Names
- Pomatocalpa koordersii
- Koorders' Star Orchid
- Koorders' Large-Flowered Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Saccolabium koordersii Schltr. [unknown]
- Cleisostoma koordersii Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Pomatocalpa koordersii (also called Koorders' 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 koordersii 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 koordersii 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 koordersii is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist, but not wet. It can be propagated through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pomatocalpa koordersii
Pomatocalpa koordersii is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Pomatocalpa koordersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa koordersii?
Pomatocalpa koordersii
What is the common name of Pomatocalpa koordersii?
Pomatocalpa
What is the family of Pomatocalpa koordersii?
Orchidaceae
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
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:654623-1: Based on the initial data import