Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ugandensis
ID:
843502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1931: 390 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000842837

Common Names

  • Uganda Aerangis
  • Ugandan Aerangis
  • Ugandese Aerangis

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Description

Aerangis ugandensis (also called Uganda Aerangis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and East Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It prefers humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aerangis ugandensis is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aerangis ugandensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a cluster-like inflorescence. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerangis ugandensis is an epiphytic orchid that is best grown in a light, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Aerangis ugandensis

Aerangis ugandensis is native to Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It can be found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Aerangis ugandensis FAQ

What are the common names of Aerangis ugandensis?

Ugandan Aerangis

What is the scientific name of Ugandan Aerangis?

Aerangis ugandensis

What is the growth habit of Ugandan Aerangis?

It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm in height.

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,

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