Aerides odorata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
868889
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lour.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1790
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 525 (1790)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868224
Common Names
- Aerides odorata
- Fragrant Aerides
- Fragrant Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides odorata (also called Fragrant Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates and is found on trees or rocks. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its flowers are fragrant and white. The flowers have a long, curved spur and are often tinged with pink or purple.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides odorata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a cut flower and for its fragrant aroma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerides odorata has small, white flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
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Aerides odorata is an evergreen, climbing orchid that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a well-drained soil. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Aerides odorata
Aerides odorata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, including parts of India, China, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Aerides odorata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides odorata?
Aerides odorata
What is the common name of Aerides odorata?
Fragrant Aerides
Where is Aerides odorata native to?
Southeast Asia
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-4130: Based on the initial data import
João de Loureiro (1710-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lour.' in the authors string.