Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sulcata
ID:
317621

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 11: 652 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316953



Common Names

  • Acineta Sulcata
  • Grooved Acineta
  • Grooved Leafcup


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Description

Acineta sulcata (also called Acineta sulcata, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, and its flowers are white or pink. It grows in moist areas, such as along streams, in forests, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acineta sulcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acineta sulcata is white, with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acineta sulcata is a terrestrial orchid that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed and can take up to two years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Acineta sulcata

Acineta sulcata is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Acineta sulcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acineta sulcata?

Acineta sulcata

What is the common name of Acineta sulcata?

Grooved Acineta

What is the natural habitat of Acineta sulcata?

Mountainous regions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains

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,

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