Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
verdickii
ID:
843802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 36(2): 121 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000843137

Common Names

  • Verdick's Aerangis
  • Verdick's Aerangis Orchid
  • Verdick's Aerangis Orchid Plant

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Description

Aerangis verdickii (also called Verdick's Aerangis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin roots and a single, erect stem. The leaves are linear and the flowers are white with a yellow lip. It grows in humid forests and other tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aerangis verdickii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aerangis verdickii var. rusituensis (Fibeck & Dare) la Croix & P.J.Cribb
Aerangis verdickii var. verdickii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: small, black, glossy. Seedlings: slender, with a tuft of long, white hairs at the base of the leaf sheath.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerangis verdickii is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Africa. It is a clump-forming orchid that grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has a spreading habit. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers bright indirect light and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Aerangis verdickii

Aerangis verdickii can be found in tropical rainforests in Africa.

Aerangis verdickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aerangis verdickii?

Aerangis verdickii

What is the common name of Aerangis verdickii?

Verdick's Aerangis

What is the natural habitat of Aerangis verdickii?

Tropical rainforests

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-3891: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.