Aerides leeana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leeana
ID:
865907
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 15: 656 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000865242
Common Names
- Aerides leeana
- Lee's Aerides
- Lee Aerides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides leeana (also called Lee's Aerides, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has long, leathery leaves and can grow up to 1 m in height. It is commonly found in humid forests and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides leeana is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of biomass for energy production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aerides leeana is white, with yellow anthers, and is borne in a terminal raceme. The seed is small, dark brown, and has a long, thin, curved tail. The seedling is a small, upright, grass-like plant with a short, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides leeana is a perennial orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division can be done in spring or fall, and cuttings can be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Aerides leeana
Aerides leeana is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Aerides leeana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides leeana?
Aerides leeana
What is the common name of Aerides leeana?
Lee's Orchid
Where is Aerides leeana found?
Aerides leeana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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-4102: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.