Aerides savageana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
savageana
ID:
872918
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sand. ex A.H.Kent
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Man. Orchid. Pl. 7: 78 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872253
Common Names
- Aerides Savageana
- Savage's Aerides
- Savage's Aerides Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides savageana (also called Savage's Aerides, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has an upright habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of windy conditions.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides savageana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aerides savageana are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides savageana is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Aerides savageana
Aerides savageana can be found in Southeast Asia.
Aerides savageana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides savageana?
Aerides savageana
What is the common name of Aerides savageana?
Savage's Aerides
What is the growth habit of Aerides savageana?
Savage's Aerides is an epiphytic orchid with a climbing growth habit
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-4169: Based on the initial data import
Adolphus Henry Kent (1828-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Kent' in the authors string.
John Sanderson (1820-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sand.' in the authors string.