Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
albopurpurea
ID:
1320165

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Chiron & Van den Berg

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 12: 72 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332619



Common Names

  • Acianthera Albopurpurea
  • Albopurpurea Acianthera
  • White-Purple Acianthera


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Description

Acianthera albopurpurea (also called White-Purple Acianthera, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Pleurothallidinae subfamily. It is native to Peru and is found in humid montane forests. It has a creeping stem and white-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera albopurpurea is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera albopurpurea is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera albopurpurea is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Acianthera albopurpurea

Acianthera albopurpurea is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Acianthera albopurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera albopurpurea?

Acianthera albopurpurea

What is the common name of Acianthera albopurpurea?

Acianthera albopurpurea

What is the native habitat of Acianthera albopurpurea?

Brazil

Species in the Acianthera genus

Acianthera aculeata, Acianthera acuminatipetala, Acianthera adamantinensis, Acianthera adiri, Acianthera aechme, Acianthera agathophylla, Acianthera alligatorifera, Acianthera angustisepala, Acianthera antennata, Acianthera aphthosa, Acianthera asaroides, Acianthera auriculata, Acianthera bicarinata, Acianthera biceps, Acianthera bicornuta, Acianthera bidentula, Acianthera binotii, Acianthera bissei, Acianthera boliviana, Acianthera brachiloba, Acianthera bragae, Acianthera breviflora, Acianthera butcheri, Acianthera caldensis, Acianthera capanemae, Acianthera caparaoensis, Acianthera capillaris, Acianthera carinata, Acianthera casapensis, Acianthera cerberus, Acianthera chamelopoda, Acianthera chionopa, Acianthera chrysantha, Acianthera circumplexa, Acianthera cogniauxiana, Acianthera compressicaulis, Acianthera consatae, Acianthera cordatifolia, Acianthera costabilis, Acianthera crassilabia, Acianthera cremasta, Acianthera crinita, Acianthera cryptantha, Acianthera cryptophoranthoides, Acianthera decipiens, Acianthera decurrens, Acianthera deserta, Acianthera discophylla, Acianthera duartei, Acianthera ellipsophylla,

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

Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.