Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
uncata
ID:
766489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 6: 6 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765822

Common Names

  • Uncata Calanthe
  • Uncata Orchid
  • Uncata Calanthe Orchid

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Description

Calanthe uncata (also called Uncat Calanthe, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a basal rosette of long, narrow leaves and a flowering stem with a single white or pink flower. It typically grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Calanthe uncata is often used as an ornamental plant in homes and offices. It is also known to help reduce stress and anxiety, and can be used to purify the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calanthe uncata has white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calanthe uncata is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach up to 10 feet tall. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix in a container or in the ground. Propagation is done by division of the root ball or by stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Calanthe uncata

Calanthe uncata is native to Japan and can be found in temperate climates in the wild.

Calanthe uncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calanthe uncata?

Calanthe uncata

What is the common name of Calanthe uncata?

Uncata Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Calanthe uncata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Calanthe genus

Calanthe dulongensis, Calanthe abbreviata, Calanthe aceras, Calanthe albolilacina, Calanthe albolutea, Calanthe alleizettei, Calanthe alismifolia, Calanthe alpina, Calanthe alta, Calanthe angustifolia, Calanthe arcuata, Calanthe arfakana, Calanthe argenteo-striata, Calanthe arisanensis, Calanthe aristulifera, Calanthe aruank, Calanthe aurantiaca, Calanthe aureiflora, Calanthe balansae, Calanthe baliensis, Calanthe bicalcarata, Calanthe biloba, Calanthe brevicornu, Calanthe calanthoides, Calanthe camptoceras, Calanthe cardioglossa, Calanthe carrii, Calanthe caulescens, Calanthe caulodes, Calanthe ceciliae, Calanthe celebica, Calanthe chevalieri, Calanthe chloroleuca, Calanthe chrysoglossoides, Calanthe clavata, Calanthe clavicalcar, Calanthe coiloglossa, Calanthe conspicua, Calanthe cremeoviridis, Calanthe crenulata, Calanthe cruciata, Calanthe crumenata, Calanthe curvato-ascendens, Calanthe davaensis, Calanthe davidii, Calanthe delavayi, Calanthe densiflora, Calanthe discolor, Calanthe dominii, Calanthe ecallosa,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-30471: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.