Aerides falcata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcata
ID:
862219
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl. & Paxton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Paxton's Fl. Gard. 2: 142 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861554
Common Names
- Aerides
- Fragrant Orchid
- Cat's Tail Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides falcata (also called 'Fringed Aerides', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and white, fragrant flowers with a yellow and purple lip. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in gardens and greenhouses.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides falcata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerides falcata has small, white flowers which are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides falcata is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a variety of soil types. Division can be done in early spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in early spring or fall.
Where to Find Aerides falcata
Aerides falcata can be found in Southeast Asia.
Aerides falcata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides falcata?
Aerides falcata
What is the common name of Aerides falcata?
Falcate aerides
What is the natural habitat of Aerides falcata?
Aerides falcata is found in tropical montane forests.
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-4067: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Paxton (1803-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paxton' in the authors string.