Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pathakiana
ID:
1412060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Av.Bhattacharjee) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 59. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids], as 'pathakianum'

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424525





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Description

Ponerorchis pathakiana (also called 'Pathak's Lizard Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and damp grasslands, often in acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ponerorchis pathakiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ponerorchis pathakiana is a small, white-green flower with a reddish-brown labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ponerorchis pathakiana is an epiphytic orchid native to India. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ponerorchis pathakiana

Ponerorchis pathakiana is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Ponerorchis pathakiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ponerorchis pathakiana?

Ponerorchis pathakiana

What is the family of Ponerorchis pathakiana?

Orchidaceae

Where is Ponerorchis pathakiana native to?

India

Species in the Ponerorchis genus

Ponerorchis brevicalcarata, Ponerorchis chidori, Ponerorchis chusua, Ponerorchis crenulata, Ponerorchis graminifolia, Ponerorchis hemipiloides, Ponerorchis joo-iokiana, Ponerorchis kiraishiensis, Ponerorchis limprichtii, Ponerorchis puberula, Ponerorchis renzii, Ponerorchis taivanensis, Ponerorchis takasago-montana, Ponerorchis tominagae, Ponerorchis omeishanica, Ponerorchis pugeensis, Ponerorchis sichuanica, Ponerorchis exilis, Ponerorchis alpestris, Ponerorchis amplexifolia, Ponerorchis basifoliata, Ponerorchis bidupensis, Ponerorchis bifoliata, Ponerorchis capitata, Ponerorchis camptoceras, Ponerorchis compacta, Ponerorchis cucullata, Ponerorchis dolichocentra, Ponerorchis faberi, Ponerorchis farreri, Ponerorchis gonggashanica, Ponerorchis gracilis, Ponerorchis keiskei, Ponerorchis kinoshitae, Ponerorchis lepida, Ponerorchis luteola, Ponerorchis monantha, Ponerorchis oblonga, Ponerorchis ovata, Ponerorchis papilionacea, Ponerorchis physoceras, Ponerorchis simplex, Ponerorchis secundiflora, Ponerorchis tetraloba, Ponerorchis thailandica, Ponerorchis tibetica, Ponerorchis trifurcata, Ponerorchis wenshanensis, Ponerorchis parceflora, Ponerorchis yueana,

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

Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Avishek Bhattacharjee (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Av.Bhattacharjee' in the authors string.