Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 19: 240 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232424
Common Names
- Macodes Cominsii
- Comins' Macodes
- Cominsii Macodes
Synonyms
- Pseudomacodes cominsii Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Macodes cominsii (also called Comins' macodes, among many other common names) is a herbaceous species in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height, with a stem diameter of up to 5 centimeters. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a length of 5 to 10 centimeters.
Uses & Benefits
Macodes cominsii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macodes cominsii is a white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macodes cominsii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots, and then replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Macodes cominsii
Macodes cominsii is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Macodes cominsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macodes cominsii?
Macodes cominsii
What is the common name of Macodes cominsii?
Comins' Jewel Orchid
What type of plant is Macodes cominsii?
Epiphytic orchid
Species in the Macodes genus
Macodes angustilabris,
Macodes celebica,
Macodes cominsii,
Macodes dendrophila,
Macodes obscura,
Macodes petola,
Macodes pulcherrima,
Macodes sanderiana,
Macodes cupida,
Macodes megalantha,
Macodes limii,
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,