Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
variegata
ID:
835411

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Campacci

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 69-70: 25 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834746

Common Names

  • Acianthera variegata
  • Variegated Jewel Orchid
  • Jewel Orchid

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Description

Acianthera variegata (also called 'Variegated Acianthera', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera variegata is small and white in color. Its seeds are small and black in color. Its seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera variegata is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Acianthera variegata

Acianthera variegata is found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Acianthera variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera variegata?

Acianthera variegata

What is the common name of Acianthera variegata?

Variegated Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Acianthera variegata?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-371936: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.