Acanthophippium splendidum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splendidum
ID:
262701
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 58: 360 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262033
Common Names
- Acanthophippium splendidum
- Splendidum Acanthophippium
- Acanthophippium
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- Acanthophippium papuanum Schltr. [unknown]
- Acanthophippium vitiense L.O.Williams [unknown]
Description
Acanthophippium splendidum (also called Splendid Acanthophippium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthophippium splendidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acanthophippium splendidum is a white or yellowish-white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthophippium splendidum is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Acanthophippium splendidum
Acanthophippium splendidum can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Acanthophippium splendidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthophippium splendidum?
Acanthophippium splendidum
What is the growth habit of Acanthophippium splendidum?
It is a shrub that grows up to 1 m tall.
What is the flowering season of Acanthophippium splendidum?
It flowers in the summer and autumn months.
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-1452: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.