Aerides inflexa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflexa
ID:
864107
Status:
valid
Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 24: 324 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000863442
Common Names
- Aerides inflexa
- Flexible Aerides
- Inclined Aerides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides inflexa (also called Flexible Aerides, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has long, pendulous racemes of white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in humid forests and is found in the understory of tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides inflexa is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aerides inflexa is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret per spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis with a single seed per spikelet. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides inflexa is a fast-growing, clumping orchid that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or fall and planted in well-draining soil.
Where to Find Aerides inflexa
Aerides inflexa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Aerides inflexa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides inflexa?
Aerides inflexa
What is the common name of Aerides inflexa?
Flexible Aerides
What is the natural habitat of Aerides inflexa?
Tropical 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-4085: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.