Aerides maculosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculosa
ID:
867301
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 31(Misc.): 58 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000866636
Common Names
- Maculosa Orchid
- Spotted Orchid
- Aerides Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides maculosa (also called spotted aerides, among many other common names) is an evergreen, epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are small and white with purple spots.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides maculosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aerides maculosa is a white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Aerides maculosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and moist soil.
Where to Find Aerides maculosa
Aerides maculosa can be found in tropical regions of Asia, from India to the Philippines.
Aerides maculosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides maculosa?
Aerides maculosa
What is the family of Aerides maculosa?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Aerides maculosa?
Spotted Aerides
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-4115: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.