Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
calyptrata
ID:
307273

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Zoll. & Moritzi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Syst. Verz. Java : 83 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306605

Common Names

  • Schismatoglottis Calyptrata
  • Calyptrate Arum
  • Calyptrate Schismatoglottis

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Synonyms

  • Schismatoglottis variegata hort. ex N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Schismatoglottis calyptrata (also called Shield-bearing Schismatoglottis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the Philippines and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Schismatoglottis calyptrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Schismatoglottis calyptrata for. minor Engl.
Schismatoglottis calyptrata var. ornata Ridl. ex Engl.
Schismatoglottis calyptrata for. grandifolia Engl.
Schismatoglottis calyptrata var. calyptrata
Schismatoglottis calyptrata for. multimarginata Alderw.
Schismatoglottis calyptrata var. celebica Koord.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schismatoglottis calyptrata has small, white flowers with five petals and a single, central pistil. The seed is a small, black, glossy nut. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Schismatoglottis calyptrata is best done by division of the rhizome. The rhizome should be divided into sections with at least one growing point and planted in a well-draining soil mix. It is best to water the plant regularly and provide it with plenty of light and humidity.

Where to Find Schismatoglottis calyptrata

Schismatoglottis calyptrata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Schismatoglottis calyptrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schismatoglottis calyptrata?

Schismatoglottis calyptrata

What type of plant is Schismatoglottis calyptrata?

It is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family.

Where is Schismatoglottis calyptrata found?

It is native to Southeast Asia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Species in the Schismatoglottis genus

Schismatoglottis acutangula, Schismatoglottis acutifolia, Schismatoglottis ahmadii, Schismatoglottis angustifolia, Schismatoglottis asperata, Schismatoglottis barbata, Schismatoglottis bauensis, Schismatoglottis bifasciata, Schismatoglottis bitaeniata, Schismatoglottis bogneri, Schismatoglottis brevicuspis, Schismatoglottis bulbifera, Schismatoglottis calyptrata, Schismatoglottis canaliculata, Schismatoglottis ciliata, Schismatoglottis clarae, Schismatoglottis clemensiorum, Schismatoglottis colocasioidea, Schismatoglottis conoidea, Schismatoglottis convolvula, Schismatoglottis crinitissima, Schismatoglottis cyria, Schismatoglottis decipiens, Schismatoglottis diversicolor, Schismatoglottis djamuensis, Schismatoglottis ecaudata, Schismatoglottis edanoi, Schismatoglottis elegans, Schismatoglottis emarginata, Schismatoglottis engleriana, Schismatoglottis erecta, Schismatoglottis eximia, Schismatoglottis eymae, Schismatoglottis ferruginea, Schismatoglottis gillianiae, Schismatoglottis glauca, Schismatoglottis grabowskii, Schismatoglottis hainanensis, Schismatoglottis harmandii, Schismatoglottis hellwigiana, Schismatoglottis hottae, Schismatoglottis irrorata, Schismatoglottis klossii, Schismatoglottis latevaginata, Schismatoglottis lingua, Schismatoglottis longipes, Schismatoglottis longispatha, Schismatoglottis mayoana, Schismatoglottis merrillii, Schismatoglottis mindanaoana,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Zollinger (1818-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zoll.' in the authors string.
Alexander Moritzi (1806-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moritzi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:88710-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.