Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nikoleae
ID:
1333035

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Doucette & J.Portilla

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 257: 231 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345489

Common Names

  • Acianthera nikoleae
  • Nikoleae Acianthera
  • Nikoleae Orchid

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Description

Acianthera nikoleae (also called Nikoleae acianthera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in shady, moist areas. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a single, large, green, heart-shaped leaf at the top. The flower is small and white, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera nikoleae has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera nikoleae is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the summer. It is a slow-growing plant and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Acianthera nikoleae

Acianthera nikoleae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Acianthera nikoleae FAQ

What is the common name of Acianthera nikoleae?

Orchid

What is the optimal temperature for Acianthera nikoleae?

65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal light for Acianthera nikoleae?

Medium to bright, indirect light

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

José Portilla (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Portilla' in the authors string.
Alfonso Doucette: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Doucette' in the authors string.