Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaetophorum
ID:
281438
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 106 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280770
Common Names
- Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum
- Sphaetophorum Star Orchid
- Globose Star Orchid
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- Saccolabium sphaerophorum Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum (also called Globe 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, globular flower. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum 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 sphaetophorum is a tropical plant that is best grown in warm, humid climates. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. It is best to divide the plant when it is young and the roots are still small.
Where to Find Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum
Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum?
Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum
What is the common name of Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum?
Pomatocalpa
What is the family of Pomatocalpa sphaetophorum?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-163174: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.