Aerides crassifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassifolia
ID:
860414
Status:
valid
Authors:
Parish ex Burb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Garden (London, 1871-1927) 3: 461 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859749
Common Names
- Aerides crassifolia
- Crassifolia orchid
- Crassifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides crassifolia (also called Thick-leaved Aerides, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has a tufted habit with bright green leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides crassifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers and is often used in landscaping and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerides crassifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
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Aerides crassifolia is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Aerides crassifolia
Aerides crassifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Aerides crassifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides crassifolia?
Aerides crassifolia
What are the common names of Aerides crassifolia?
Thick-leaved Aerides
What is the growth habit of Aerides crassifolia?
It is an evergreen epiphytic orchid
Species in the Aerides genus
Aerides sukauensis, Aerides augustiana, Aerides crassifolia, Aerides crispa, Aerides emericii, Aerides falcata, Aerides houlletiana, Aerides huttonii, Aerides inflexa, Aerides jansoni, Aerides krabiensis, Aerides lawrenceae, Aerides leeana, Aerides mcmorlandii, Aerides maculosa, Aerides multiflora, Aerides odorata, Aerides orthocentra, Aerides quinquevulnera, Aerides ringens, Aerides roebelenii, Aerides rosea, Aerides rubescens, Aerides savageana, Aerides shibatiana, Aerides thibautiana, Aerides timorana, Aerides crassifolium, Aerides crispum, Aerides odoratum, Aerides multiflorum, Aerides augustianum, Aerides roseum, Aerides magnifica, Aerides migueldavidii,
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-4050: Based on the initial data import
Samuel Bonsall Parish (1838-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parish' in the authors string.
Frederick William Burbidge (1847-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burb.' in the authors string.