Masuca Christmas Orchid

Calanthe masuca

Herb
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About Masuca Christmas Orchid

Masuca Christmas Orchid (Calanthe masuca) is a herb belonging to the Orchidaceae family (Orchid family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate/opposite simple leaves, spike/raceme/panicle flower clusters, capsule with dust seeds fruit. It is native to Africa, India, Malaysia. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during August-December.

Plant Details

Scientific name
Calanthe masuca
Genus
Calanthe
Habit
Herb
Native to
Africa, India, Malaysia
Flowering & fruiting
August-December
Conservation status
Not Evaluated (NE)
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Botanical family

Orchidaceae

Orchid family

Masuca Christmas Orchid belongs to the Orchidaceae family.

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