Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
testifolia
ID:
1043384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Solano

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 97: 50 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042722

Common Names

  • Testifolia Acianthera
  • Testifolia Orchid
  • Testifolia Pleurothallis

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Description

Acianthera testifolia (also called Testy Acianthera, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera testifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera testifolia has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are bright green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera testifolia is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate this species, it is best to use a medium that is composed of equal parts of sphagnum moss and perlite. The medium should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant should be grown in partial shade and in temperatures between 60-80°F (15-26°C). Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Acianthera testifolia

Acianthera testifolia is found in 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

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Solano Gómez (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solano' in the authors string.