Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
esmeraldae
ID:
337806

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & Hirtz) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 253 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337138

Common Names

  • Acianthera esmeraldae
  • Esmeraldae Acianthera
  • Esmeraldae

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis esmeraldae Luer & Hirtz [unknown]

Description

Acianthera esmeraldae (also called 'Esmeraldae Acianthera', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a single, erect, leathery leaf and a single, nodding, yellow-green flower. It is found in wet, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera esmeraldae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera esmeraldae has small white flowers with yellow lips and yellow-green sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera esmeraldae 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 esmeraldae

Acianthera esmeraldae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Acianthera esmeraldae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera esmeraldae?

Acianthera esmeraldae

What is the common name of Acianthera esmeraldae?

Esmeralda Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Acianthera esmeraldae?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-217486: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.