Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
imitator
ID:
1317782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toscano, Luer & L.Kollmann

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 20: 39 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330236





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Description

Acianthera imitator (also called Imitating Acianthera, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera imitator is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera imitator is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf with a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera imitator is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acianthera imitator

Acianthera imitator is native to Brazil.

Acianthera imitator FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Acianthera imitator?

Acianthera imitator is found in humid montane forests in South America.

What is the size of Acianthera imitator?

Acianthera imitator is a small orchid, typically reaching a height of 8-10 cm.

What are the blooming times of Acianthera imitator?

Acianthera imitator typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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

Ludovic Jean Charles Kollmann (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Kollmann' in the authors string.
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.