Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fornicatus
ID:
306194

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 321 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305526



Common Names

  • Acianthus fornicatus
  • Fornicatus Orchid
  • Arched Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Acianthus apprimus D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Acianthus borealis D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Acianthus brunonis F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Acianthus collinus D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Acianthus exiguus D.L.Jones [unknown]
  • Epipactis fornicata Poir. [unknown]

Description

Acianthus fornicatus (also called Cave Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, typically on tree branches. It has a long, thin stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthus fornicatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acianthus fornicatus are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthus fornicatus is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as a mix of peat moss and perlite. It should be kept moist but not soggy and should be fertilized regularly. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Acianthus fornicatus

Acianthus fornicatus is native to Australia. It can be found in wet forests, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Acianthus fornicatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthus fornicatus?

Acianthus fornicatus

What is the natural habitat of Acianthus fornicatus?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the average size of Acianthus fornicatus?

2-3 cm in diameter

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-1869: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.