Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rostellaris
ID:
842281

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. , Orchid.(2): 116 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000841616

Common Names

  • Aerangis rostellaris
  • Star-shaped Aerangis
  • Star Aerangis

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Description

Aerangis rostellaris (also called Star-shaped Aerangis, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid found in tropical Africa. It has a single, slender stem and a single, large, white flower with a yellow center. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aerangis rostellaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aerangis rostellaris is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a yellow-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerangis rostellaris is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Aerangis rostellaris

Aerangis rostellaris is native to parts of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

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-3876: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.