Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 306 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405398
Common Names
- Acriopsis floribunda
- Floribunda Acriopsis
- Acriopsis
Synonyms
- Acriopsis javanica floribunda (Ames) Minderh. & de Vogel [unknown]
Description
Acriopsis floribunda (also called Floribunda Acriopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to India and is found in montane forests. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1.5 m tall, with leathery leaves that are oblong to lanceolate, and pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acriopsis floribunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Acriopsis floribunda is small, white, and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acriopsis floribunda is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer.
Where to Find Acriopsis floribunda
Acriopsis floribunda is native to Southeast Asia.
Acriopsis floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acriopsis floribunda?
Acriopsis floribunda
What is the common name of Acriopsis floribunda?
Floribunda Acriopsis
What is the natural habitat of Acriopsis floribunda?
It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Acriopsis genus
Acriopsis carrii,
Acriopsis densiflora,
Acriopsis floribunda,
Acriopsis gracilis,
Acriopsis indica,
Acriopsis latifolia,
Acriopsis liliifolia,
Acriopsis ridleyi,
Acriopsis emarginata,
Acriopsis inopinata,
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,