Aeridostachya vulcanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulcanica
ID:
880076
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Brieger
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Orchideen Beschreib. Kult. Zücht. , ed. 3, 1(11-12): 714 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000879411
Common Names
- Vulcanica Aeridostachya
- Vulcanica Aeridostachya
- Vulcanica Aeridostachya
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeridostachya vulcanica (also called Vulcan's aeridostachya, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia, typically found in forests and on rocky slopes. It has thin, wiry stems with narrow, flat leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aeridostachya vulcanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeridostachya vulcanica has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeridostachya vulcanica is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It is an easy to grow plant and can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during hot, dry periods. It can be pruned in late summer to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Aeridostachya vulcanica
Aeridostachya vulcanica is native to the Canary Islands and Madeira.
Aeridostachya vulcanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeridostachya vulcanica?
Aeridostachya vulcanica
What is the growth habit of Aeridostachya vulcanica?
It is an evergreen shrub.
What is the flowering period of Aeridostachya vulcanica?
It flowers from April to May.
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
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Gustav Brieger (1900-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brieger' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:908250-1: Based on the initial data import