Status:
valid
Authors:
Wittm.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Gartenflora 44:131. (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500851
Common Names
- Pommereschea lackneri
- Lackner's Pommereschea
- Lackner's Orchid
Description
Pommereschea lackneri (also called 'Lackner's Pommereschea', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) and has a basal rosette of leaves. It has white or pink flowers with a dark center. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pommereschea lackneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pommereschea lackneri has small, white, star-shaped flowers, which are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pommereschea lackneri is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.
Where to Find Pommereschea lackneri
Pommereschea lackneri is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.
Pommereschea lackneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pommereschea lackneri?
Pommereschea lackneri
What is the common name of Pommereschea lackneri?
Lackner's Pommereschea
What is the natural habitat of Pommereschea lackneri?
Woodlands in the eastern United States
Species in the Pommereschea genus
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora,
Haniffia cyanescens,
Haniffia flavescens,
Haniffia santubongensis,
Hedychium biflorum,
Hedychium bijiangense,
Hedychium boloveniorum,
Hedychium bordelonianum,
Hedychium borneense,
Hedychium bousigonianum,
Hedychium brevicaule,
Hedychium calcaratum,
Hedychium carneum,
Hedychium coccineum,
Hedychium convexum,
Hedychium coronarium,
Hedychium deceptum,
Hedychium dekianum,
Hedychium densiflorum,
Hedychium elatum,
Hedychium ellipticum,
Hedychium elwesii,
Hedychium emeiense,
Hedychium erythrostemon,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavum,
Hedychium forrestii,
Hedychium gardnerianum,
Hedychium glabrum,
Hedychium glaucum,
Hedychium gomezianum,
Hedychium gracillimum,
Hedychium grandiflorum,
Hedychium gratum,
Hedychium greenii,
Hedychium griersonianum,
Hedychium griffithianum,
Hedychium hasseltii,
Hedychium heteromallum,
Hedychium hirsutissimum,
Hedychium hookeri,
Hedychium horsfieldii,
Hedychium intermedium,
Hedychium kwangsiense,
Hedychium larsenii,
Hedychium lineare,
Hedychium longicornutum,
Hedychium longipedunculatum,
Hedychium luteum,