Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ciliata
ID:
915894

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Knowles & Westc.) F.Barros & L.R.S.Guim.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 5: 28 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000915229



Common Names

  • Ciliate Acianthera
  • Ciliate Orchid
  • Ciliate Acianthera Orchid


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Description

Acianthera ciliata (also called Fringed Star Orchid, Acianthera ciliata var. ciliata, and Acianthera ciliata var. luteola, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and purple fringes.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera ciliata is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera ciliata has small, white flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a conical shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera ciliata is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acianthera ciliata

Acianthera ciliata is found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Acianthera ciliata FAQ

What is the common name of Acianthera ciliata?

Ciliate Acianthera

What is the natural habitat of Acianthera ciliata?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific classification of Acianthera ciliata?

Kingdom: Plantae; Order: Asparagales; Family: Orchidaceae; Subfamily: Pleurothallidinae; Genus: 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-460238: Based on the initial data import
George Beauchamp Knowles (1790-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knowles' in the authors string.
Frederic Westcott (d.1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Westc.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.
Leonardo Ramos Seixas Guimarães (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.S.Guim.' in the authors string.