Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
undulatum
ID:
281442

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 107 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280774



Common Names

  • Pomatocalpa undulatum
  • Undulate Star Orchid
  • Undulate-Flowered Star Orchid


Searching for Pomatocalpa undulatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Saccolabium undulatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma undulatum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus undulatus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Pomatocalpa undulatum (also called Wavy 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 wavy petals. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pomatocalpa undulatum 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 undulatum sub. acuminatum (Rolfe) Watthana
Pomatocalpa undulatum sub. undulatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pomatocalpa undulatum are white or yellowish-white, with a yellow or orange center. The flowers are borne in umbels of up to 15 flowers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Pomatocalpa undulatum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pomatocalpa undulatum 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 undulatum

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

Pomatocalpa undulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa undulatum?

Pomatocalpa undulatum

What is the common name of Pomatocalpa undulatum?

Pomatocalpa

What is the family of Pomatocalpa undulatum?

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-163178: 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.