Aerangis macrocentra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocentra
ID:
841334
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 33(2): 427 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840669
Common Names
- Large-centered Aerangis
- Large-centered Orchid
- Large-centered Aerangis Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerangis macrocentra (also called Large-centered Aerangis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in humid forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Aerangis macrocentra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aerangis macrocentra is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.
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Aerangis macrocentra can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Aerangis macrocentra
Aerangis macrocentra is native to Madagascar and can be found in humid forests at elevations up to 600 meters.
Aerangis macrocentra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerangis macrocentra?
Aerangis macrocentra
What type of plant is Aerangis macrocentra?
Aerangis macrocentra is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Aerangis macrocentra native to?
Aerangis macrocentra is native to 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-3848: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.