Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
278222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Pichon in Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 21: 260 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277554



Common Names

  • Balansae Artia
  • Balansae Orchid
  • Balansae Fairy Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Parsonsia balansae Baill. [unknown]

Description

Artia balansae (also called Balansae Artia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Brazil, where it grows in humid forests and on trees in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Artia balansae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artia balansae is small, white and has a yellow lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artia balansae is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. The seed should be sown on a mix of peat and perlite and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Artia balansae

Artia balansae is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Artia balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artia balansae?

Artia balansae

What is the natural habitat of Artia balansae?

It is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the blooming season of Artia balansae?

It blooms in the spring and summer.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-16013: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Marcel Pichon (1921-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pichon' in the authors string.