Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
migueldavidii
ID:
1334651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cootes, Cabactulan & Naive

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 23: 159 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347105

Common Names

  • Aerides migueldavidii
  • Miguel David Aerides
  • Aerides

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Description

Aerides migueldavidii (also called Aerides, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Aerides migueldavidii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aerides migueldavidii is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerides migueldavidii is a tropical orchid native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, separate the rhizomes and replant in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist until germination. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted.

Where to Find Aerides migueldavidii

Aerides migueldavidii is native to the Philippines and can be found in the wild in tropical rainforests.

Aerides migueldavidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aerides migueldavidii?

Aerides migueldavidii

What is the common name of Aerides migueldavidii?

Miguel David's aerides

Where is Aerides migueldavidii native to?

Philippines

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

James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.
Mark Arcebal K. Naive: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naive' in the authors string.
Derek Cabactulan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabactulan' in the authors string.