Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
serpentula
ID:
337940

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) F.Barros

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 30: 187 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337272



Common Names

  • Serpentula Star Orchid
  • Star Orchid
  • Acianthera Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis punctata Barb.Rodr. [illegitimate]
  • Pleurothallis serpentula Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis serpentula major Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Acianthera serpentula (also called Serpentula Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species, native to Central and South America. It has thin, branching stems and small, ovate leaves. It produces small, white flowers with purple stripes. It is found in humid, tropical forests, often growing on trees and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera serpentula 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 serpentula flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera serpentula is a small epiphytic orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of wood or bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Acianthera serpentula

Acianthera serpentula can be found in Central and South America.

Acianthera serpentula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera serpentula?

Acianthera serpentula

What is the family of Acianthera serpentula?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Acianthera serpentula?

Brazil

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-217610: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.