Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
luteoalba
ID:
841303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 36(2): 118 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840638

Common Names

  • Aerangis luteoalba
  • Luteoalba Aerangis
  • Aerangis

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Description

Aerangis luteoalba (also called White-yellow Aerangis, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aerangis luteoalba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aerangis luteoalba var. luteoalba
Aerangis luteoalba var. rhodosticta (Kraenzl.) J.Stewart

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aerangis luteoalba is white with yellow or greenish-yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerangis luteoalba is a species of orchid found in Madagascar. It is a terrestrial orchid, meaning it grows in the ground. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Aerangis luteoalba

Aerangis luteoalba can be found in Madagascar.

Aerangis luteoalba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aerangis luteoalba?

Aerangis luteoalba

What is the family of Aerangis luteoalba?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Aerangis luteoalba?

Madagascar

Species in the Aerangis genus

Aerangis chirioana, Aerangis alcicornis, Aerangis appendiculata, Aerangis arachnopus, Aerangis articulata, Aerangis biloba, Aerangis bouarensis, Aerangis brachycarpa, Aerangis calantha, Aerangis carnea, Aerangis citrata, Aerangis collum-cygni, Aerangis concavipetala, Aerangis confusa, Aerangis coriacea, Aerangis cryptodon, Aerangis decaryana, Aerangis distincta, Aerangis ellisii, Aerangis fastuosa, Aerangis flexuosa, Aerangis fuscata, Aerangis gracillima, Aerangis gravenreuthii, Aerangis hologlottis, Aerangis hyaloides, Aerangis jacksonii, Aerangis kirkii, Aerangis kotschyana, Aerangis luteoalba, Aerangis macrocentra, Aerangis maireae, Aerangis megaphylla, Aerangis modesta, Aerangis monantha, Aerangis montana, Aerangis mooreana, Aerangis mystacidii, Aerangis oligantha, Aerangis pallidiflora, Aerangis primulina, Aerangis pulchella, Aerangis punctata, Aerangis rostellaris, Aerangis seegeri, Aerangis somalensis, Aerangis spiculata, Aerangis splendida, Aerangis stelligera, Aerangis stylosa,

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-3845: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.