Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Wong, S.L.Low & P.C.Boyce
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 296 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347567
Common Names
- Schismatoglottis pocong
- Pocong Schismatoglottis
- Pocong Arum
Description
Schismatoglottis pocong (also called Pocong, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist montane forests and grasslands at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Schismatoglottis pocong is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schismatoglottis pocong has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schismatoglottis pocong can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Schismatoglottis pocong
Schismatoglottis pocong is native to Malaysia and can be found in the forests of Sarawak.
Schismatoglottis pocong FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schismatoglottis pocong?
Schismatoglottis pocong
What is the common name of Schismatoglottis pocong?
Pocong arum
What is the natural habitat of Schismatoglottis pocong?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
Shook Ling Low: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Low' in the authors string.