Aeridostachya ovilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovilis
ID:
879259
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Rauschert
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 94: 436 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000878594
Common Names
- Aeridostachya ovilis
- Oval-leaved Grass
- Oval-leaved Aeridostachya
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeridostachya ovilis (also called 'Egg-Leaf Aeridostachya', 'Egg-Leaf Airplant' and 'Egg-Leaf Airplant', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves with toothed edges and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aeridostachya ovilis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aeridostachya ovilis is white or pinkish, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeridostachya ovilis is a perennial grass native to the Mediterranean region. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some salt spray. It is propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Aeridostachya ovilis
Aeridostachya ovilis is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Aeridostachya genus
Aeridostachya acuminata, Aeridostachya clavimentalis, Aeridostachya coffeicolor, Aeridostachya crassipes, Aeridostachya dasystachys, Aeridostachya decurrentipetala, Aeridostachya feddeana, Aeridostachya gobiensis, Aeridostachya junghunii, Aeridostachya mearnsii, Aeridostachya odontoglossa, Aeridostachya ovilis, Aeridostachya robusta, Aeridostachya sumatrensis, Aeridostachya trichotaenia, Aeridostachya unifolia, Aeridostachya vulcanica, Aeridostachya macrophylla, Aeridostachya propinqua, Aeridostachya dulitensis,
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
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:911686-1: Based on the initial data import