Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
501526

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

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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.

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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,

References

David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000500858: Based on the initial data import