Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
butcheri
ID:
337762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 242 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337094



Common Names

  • Acianthera butcheri
  • Butcheri Acianthera
  • Acianthera


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis butcheri L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Didactylus butcheri (L.O.Williams) Luer [unknown]

Description

Acianthera butcheri (also called Butcher's Acianthera, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with an upright growth habit. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and grows in humid, shady forests. The plant has long, thin leaves and small, white and brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera butcheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera butcheri has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera butcheri can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly but do not overwater. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Acianthera butcheri

Acianthera butcheri is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

Acianthera butcheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera butcheri?

Acianthera butcheri

What are the common names of Acianthera butcheri?

Butcher's Acianthera

Where is Acianthera butcheri found?

Acianthera butcheri is found in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217446: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.