Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachyloba
ID:
1264403

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoehne) Pridgeon

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 242 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263741



Common Names

  • Acianthera Brachyloba
  • Brachyloba Acianthera
  • Brachyloba Orchid


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Description

Acianthera brachyloba (also called Short-Lobed Acianthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to the Himalayas. It has small, bright green, fan-shaped leaves and small yellow-green spores. It grows in moist, shady, and rocky soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera brachyloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera brachyloba is small, yellowish-green and has no petals. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera brachyloba is a low-growing, succulent-like perennial plant that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow houseplant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and place it in a pot filled with moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and place the pot in a bright, indirect light. The cutting should take root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Acianthera brachyloba

Acianthera brachyloba is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Acianthera brachyloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera brachyloba?

Acianthera brachyloba

What is the natural habitat of Acianthera brachyloba?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Acianthera brachyloba?

1-2 meters

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50210021: Based on the initial data import
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.