Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
echinosa
ID:
1306768

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Toscano

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 17: 307 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319222

Common Names

  • Acianthera Echinosa
  • Echinosa Acianthera
  • Echinosa Acianthera Orchid

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Description

Acianthera echinosa (also called Acianthera echinosa, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Brazil. It has a single, thin, upright stem that grows up to 10 cm tall and is covered with small, ovate, fleshy leaves. The small, white flowers are produced in a single, terminal inflorescence. It grows in humid, shady areas of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera echinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera echinosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera echinosa is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.

Where to Find Acianthera echinosa

Acianthera echinosa can be found in the Southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Acianthera echinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera echinosa?

Acianthera echinosa

What type of plant is Acianthera echinosa?

Acianthera echinosa is an orchid

What is the native range of Acianthera echinosa?

Acianthera echinosa is native to South America

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Antonio Luiz Vieira Toscano (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toscano' in the authors string.