Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Karremans
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 21: 185 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330695
Common Names
- Acianthera beyrodtiana
- Beyrodtiana Acianthera
- Acianthera Beyrodtiana
Description
Acianthera beyrodtiana (also called Beyrodt's Acianthera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, montane forests. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 0.2 m tall and has white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acianthera beyrodtiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acianthera beyrodtiana has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acianthera beyrodtiana is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, but do not over-water. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Acianthera beyrodtiana
Acianthera beyrodtiana can be found in the Caribbean region.
Acianthera beyrodtiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acianthera beyrodtiana?
Acianthera beyrodtiana
What is the common name of Acianthera beyrodtiana?
Beyrodt's Acianthera
What type of plant is Acianthera beyrodtiana?
Orchid
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,