Aerides mcmorlandii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mcmorlandii
ID:
866872
Status:
valid
Authors:
Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Orch.-Grow. Man. 66(6): 105 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000866207
Common Names
- Aerides mcmorlandii
- McMorlandii Wild Rye
- McMorlandii Rye Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides mcmorlandii (also called McMorland's Aerides, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Philippines. It is a monopodial epiphyte with long, narrow, leathery leaves and fragrant, white flowers with purple-tipped petals.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides mcmorlandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerides mcmorlandii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides mcmorlandii is a perennial epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a low-growing plant with a creeping habit that can reach a height of up to 30 cm (11.8 in). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Aerides mcmorlandii
Aerides mcmorlandii can be found in Southeast Asia.
Aerides mcmorlandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides mcmorlandii?
Aerides mcmorlandii
What is the common name of Aerides mcmorlandii?
McMorland's Aerides
What is the natural habitat of Aerides mcmorlandii?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
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-4111: Based on the initial data import
Samuel Williams (1743-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Williams' in the authors string.