Aerangis maireae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maireae
ID:
841343
Status:
valid
Authors:
la Croix & J.Stewart
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 106(1222): 227 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840678
Common Names
- Maire's Aerangis
- Maire's Orchid
- Maire's Aerangis Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerangis maireae (also called Maire's 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 maireae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerangis maireae has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Aerangis maireae 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 maireae
Aerangis maireae is native to Madagascar and is found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the island.
Aerangis maireae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerangis maireae?
Aerangis maireae
What type of plant is Aerangis maireae?
Aerangis maireae is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Aerangis maireae native to?
Aerangis maireae 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-3849: Based on the initial data import
Isobyl Florence la Croix (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'la Croix' in the authors string.
Joyce Stewart (1936-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Stewart' in the authors string.