Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cerina
ID:
268291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 10: 667 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267623

Common Names

  • Pescatoria cerina
  • Cerina Pescatoria
  • Waxy Pescatoria

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Synonyms

  • Huntleya cerina Lindl. & Paxton [unknown]
  • Pescatoria costaricensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum cerinum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Pescatoria cerina (also called Waxen Pescatoria, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, long-stemmed leaf and a single, white flower with purple spots. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Pescatoria cerina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, colourful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pescatoria cerina has small, white flowers with a yellow center, and a single, small, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pescatoria cerina is a terrestrial orchid native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the temperature between 20-25°C. To propagate by division, divide the clump of plants in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Pescatoria cerina

Pescatoria cerina can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pescatoria cerina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pescatoria cerina?

Pescatoria cerina

What is the family of Pescatoria cerina?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Pescatoria cerina?

Tropical forests

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