Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
burchardii
ID:
341098

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Plowes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 3: 61 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340430

Common Names

  • Burchardii Apteranthes
  • Burchardii Orchid
  • Apteranthes burchardii

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Synonyms

  • Caralluma burchardii N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Caralluma burchardii purpurascens Maire [unknown]
  • Caralluma burchardii stevenii H.Lamb. & B.Lamb. [unknown]

Description

Apteranthes burchardii (also called Burchard's Apteranthes, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Apteranthes burchardii is a popular houseplant due to its bright and colorful foliage. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Apteranthes burchardii sub. maura (Maire) Meve & F.Albers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apteranthes burchardii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apteranthes burchardii is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of Asia. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be transplanted to a larger pot when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Apteranthes burchardii

Apteranthes burchardii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Apteranthes burchardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apteranthes burchardii?

Apteranthes burchardii

What is the common name of Apteranthes burchardii?

Burchard's Apteranthes

What type of plant is Apteranthes burchardii?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Darrel C. H. Plowes (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plowes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986800-1: Based on the initial data import