Ancistrocladus ileboensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ileboensis
ID:
917050
Status:
valid
Authors:
Heubl, Mudogo & G.Bringmann
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 143: 68 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916385
Common Names
- Ancistrocladus ileboensis
- Ilebo Ancistrocladus
- Ileboensis Ancistrocladus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ancistrocladus ileboensis (also called Ilebo's Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a small orchid species found in the humid forests of Central Africa. It has a single, leathery leaf and a single flower with a yellow-green color. It grows in humid, shady areas and is found in Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Equatorial Guinea.
Uses & Benefits
Ancistrocladus ileboensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ancistrocladus ileboensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers that are held in a small, upright inflorescence. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ancistrocladus ileboensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too much. Propagation is done by division of the root system or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Ancistrocladus ileboensis
Ancistrocladus ileboensis is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Ancistrocladus ileboensis FAQ
What is the common name of Ancistrocladus ileboensis?
Ilebo's Ancistrocladus
What is the natural habitat of Ancistrocladus ileboensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
What is the average height of Ancistrocladus ileboensis?
2-5 meters
Species in the Ancistrocladus genus
Ancistrocladus benomensis, Ancistrocladus ileboensis, Ancistrocladus abbreviatus, Ancistrocladus attenuatus, Ancistrocladus barteri, Ancistrocladus congolensis, Ancistrocladus ealaensis, Ancistrocladus grandiflorus, Ancistrocladus griffithii, Ancistrocladus guineensis, Ancistrocladus hamatus, Ancistrocladus heyneanus, Ancistrocladus korupensis, Ancistrocladus le-testui, Ancistrocladus likoko, Ancistrocladus pachyrrhachis, Ancistrocladus robertsoniorum, Ancistrocladus tanzaniensis, Ancistrocladus tectorius, Ancistrocladus uncinatus, Ancistrocladus wallichii,
Species in the Ancistrocladaceae family
Ancistrocladus benomensis, Ancistrocladus ileboensis, Ancistrocladus abbreviatus, Ancistrocladus attenuatus, Ancistrocladus barteri, Ancistrocladus congolensis, Ancistrocladus ealaensis, Ancistrocladus grandiflorus, Ancistrocladus griffithii, Ancistrocladus guineensis, Ancistrocladus hamatus, Ancistrocladus heyneanus, Ancistrocladus korupensis, Ancistrocladus le-testui, Ancistrocladus likoko, Ancistrocladus pachyrrhachis, Ancistrocladus robertsoniorum, Ancistrocladus tanzaniensis, Ancistrocladus tectorius, Ancistrocladus uncinatus, Ancistrocladus wallichii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-461435: Based on the initial data import
Günther Heubl (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heubl' in the authors string.
Gerhard Bringmann: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Bringmann' in the authors string.
Virima Mudogo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mudogo' in the authors string.