Acanthophippium lilacinum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lilacinum
ID:
261685
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Wood & C.L.Chan
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 1: 53 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261017
Common Names
- Lilacinum
- Lilacinum Orchid
- Lilacinum's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthophippium lilacinum (also called 'Lilac acanthophippium', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in rocky and dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthophippium lilacinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acanthophippium lilacinum is a white to cream-colored inflorescence with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthophippium lilacinum is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Acanthophippium lilacinum
Acanthophippium lilacinum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Acanthophippium lilacinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthophippium lilacinum?
Acanthophippium lilacinum
What is the natural habitat of Acanthophippium lilacinum?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What is the flowering season of Acanthophippium lilacinum?
It flowers from April to July.
Species in the Acanthophippium genus
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,
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-1442: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Chu Lun Chan (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.L.Chan' in the authors string.