Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hulae
ID:
917584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Telepova

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 31: 264 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916919

Common Names

  • Acampe Hulae
  • Hulae Acampe
  • Hula Acampe

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Description

Acampe hulae (also called Hula Acampe, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to India and is found in moist forests and disturbed areas. It is a terrestrial orchid with long, narrow leaves and an inflorescence with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acampe hulae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping as a ground cover or as a border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acampe hulae is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, glossy, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acampe hulae is an epiphytic orchid native to India. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Acampe hulae

Acampe hulae is native to Thailand. It can be found growing in the wild in its native habitat.

Acampe hulae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acampe hulae?

Acampe hulae

What is the common name of Acampe hulae?

Hula's Acampe

What is the natural habitat of Acampe hulae?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-462230: Based on the initial data import
Martha Telepova-Texier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Telepova' in the authors string.