Status:
valid
Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Chiron & van den Berg
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Richardiana 12: 72 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317963
Common Names
- Acianthera atropurpurea
- Atropurpureous Acianthera
- Atropurpureous Spikemoss
Description
Acianthera atropurpurea (also called 'Purple-veined Acianthera', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows on trees in humid forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Acianthera atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in water gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acianthera atropurpurea has small, white flowers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have short, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acianthera atropurpurea is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller clumps, with each clump containing several shoots. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. The divisions should be watered regularly and kept moist until they are well-established.
Where to Find Acianthera atropurpurea
Acianthera atropurpurea is native to the Brazilian Cerrado region.
Acianthera atropurpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acianthera atropurpurea?
Acianthera atropurpurea
What is the family of Acianthera atropurpurea?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Acianthera atropurpurea?
Purple Acianthera
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,