Status:
valid
Authors:
Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 114: 377 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280737
Common Names
- Pomatocalpa grandis
- Grand Star Orchid
- Large-Flowered Star Orchid
Description
Pomatocalpa grandis (also called Large 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 grandis 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 grandis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pomatocalpa grandis is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be grown in a bright, humid environment. It should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pomatocalpa grandis
Pomatocalpa grandis is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Pomatocalpa grandis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pomatocalpa grandis?
Pomatocalpa grandis
What is the common name of Pomatocalpa grandis?
Pomatocalpa
What is the family of Pomatocalpa grandis?
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,