Aerides rosea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
872302
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lodd. ex Paxton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Paxton's Fl. Gard. 2: 109 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000871637
Common Names
- Aerides rosea
- Rose Aerides
- Fragrant Aerides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides rosea (also called Fragrant Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It grows in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aerides rosea are white, fragrant, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have awns. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides rosea is an epiphytic orchid that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Divisions should be done in the spring and seeds should be sown in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Aerides rosea
Aerides rosea is native to Southeast Asia, from Thailand to the Philippines.
Aerides rosea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides rosea?
Aerides rosea
What is the common name of Aerides rosea?
Rose Aerides
What is the optimal growing environment for Aerides rosea?
Humid environment with bright indirect light
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-4163: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Paxton (1803-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paxton' in the authors string.
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.