Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maculosum
ID:
281420

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 105 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280752



Common Names

  • Pomatocalpa maculosum
  • Spotted Star Orchid
  • Maculate Star Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium maculosum (Lindl.) Alston [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma latifolium fuscum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma maculosum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Pomatocalpa maculosum (also called Spotted Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in New Guinea, the Bismarck Archipelago, and the Solomon Islands. It is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, thin, upright stem and a single, large, star-shaped flower with mottled spots. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pomatocalpa maculosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pomatocalpa maculosum sub. maculosum
Pomatocalpa maculosum sub. andamanicum (Hook.f.) Watthana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pomatocalpa maculosum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pomatocalpa maculosum 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 maculosum

Pomatocalpa maculosum is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Pomatocalpa maculosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa maculosum?

Pomatocalpa maculosum

What is the common name of Pomatocalpa maculosum?

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Orchidaceae

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-163158: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.