Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ionica
ID:
808087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bareka, Kamari & Phitos

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 36: 360 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807421



Common Names

  • Acis Ionica
  • Ionian Acis
  • Ionian's Acis


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Description

Acis ionica (also called 'Ionica Acis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 10 cm tall, with small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acis ionica is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acis ionica has small, white flowers with yellow anthers that appear in late spring and early summer. Its seeds are small, black and shiny, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acis ionica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny position.

Where to Find Acis ionica

Acis ionica can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Acis ionica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acis ionica?

Acis ionica

What is the common name of Acis ionica?

Ionic Snowdrop

What is the natural habitat of Acis ionica?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-345661: Based on the initial data import
Dimitris Phitos (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phitos' in the authors string.
Georgia Kamari (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamari' in the authors string.
Pepi Bareka: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bareka' in the authors string.