Aerides lawrenceae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lawrenceae
ID:
865379
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 20: 460 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000864714
Common Names
- Aerides lawrenceae
- Lawrence's Aerides
- Fragrant Aerides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides lawrenceae (also called 'Lawrence's Aerides', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, upright stem with two long, narrow leaves. The flowers are typically white with yellow or pink stripes and have a sweet scent. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, near streams, and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides lawrenceae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aerides lawrenceae is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
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Aerides lawrenceae can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Aerides lawrenceae
Aerides lawrenceae is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats of India.
Aerides lawrenceae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides lawrenceae?
Aerides lawrenceae
What is the natural habitat of Aerides lawrenceae?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka and Myanmar.
What is the size of Aerides lawrenceae?
It is a small plant, growing to a height of about 1 m.
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-4097: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.