Status:
valid
Authors:
(King & Prain) K.Schum.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. IV (Heft 20):280
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500858
Common Names
- Pommereschea spectabilis
- Spectacular Pommereschea
- Spectacular Orchid
Synonyms
- Croftia spectabilis King & Prain [valid]
Description
Pommereschea spectabilis (also called 'Showy Pommereschea', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 m (1–2 ft) and has a basal rosette of leaves. It has white or pink flowers with a dark center. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pommereschea spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing habit and is drought-tolerant. The plant is also used medicinally to treat skin conditions and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, bell-shaped flowers with yellow-green veins. Seed: Small, black and shiny. Seedlings: Have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pommereschea spectabilis is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.
Where to Find Pommereschea spectabilis
Pommereschea spectabilis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.
Pommereschea spectabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pommereschea spectabilis?
Pommereschea spectabilis
What is the common name of Pommereschea spectabilis?
Spectacular Pommereschea
What is the natural habitat of Pommereschea spectabilis?
Woodlands in the eastern United States
Species in the Pommereschea genus
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora,
Haniffia cyanescens,
Haniffia flavescens,
Haniffia santubongensis,
Hedychium biflorum,
Hedychium bijiangense,
Hedychium boloveniorum,
Hedychium bordelonianum,
Hedychium borneense,
Hedychium bousigonianum,
Hedychium brevicaule,
Hedychium calcaratum,
Hedychium carneum,
Hedychium coccineum,
Hedychium convexum,
Hedychium coronarium,
Hedychium deceptum,
Hedychium dekianum,
Hedychium densiflorum,
Hedychium elatum,
Hedychium ellipticum,
Hedychium elwesii,
Hedychium emeiense,
Hedychium erythrostemon,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavum,
Hedychium forrestii,
Hedychium gardnerianum,
Hedychium glabrum,
Hedychium glaucum,
Hedychium gomezianum,
Hedychium gracillimum,
Hedychium grandiflorum,
Hedychium gratum,
Hedychium greenii,
Hedychium griersonianum,
Hedychium griffithianum,
Hedychium hasseltii,
Hedychium heteromallum,
Hedychium hirsutissimum,
Hedychium hookeri,
Hedychium horsfieldii,
Hedychium intermedium,
Hedychium kwangsiense,
Hedychium larsenii,
Hedychium lineare,
Hedychium longicornutum,
Hedychium longipedunculatum,
Hedychium luteum,