Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
andreettae
ID:
791712

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jenny) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 95 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791045



Common Names

  • Aetheorhyncha andreettae
  • Andreettae Aetheorhyncha
  • Andreettae Aetheorhyncha


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Description

Aetheorhyncha andreettae (also called Andreetta's Aetheorhyncha, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small white or yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aetheorhyncha andreettae is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aetheorhyncha andreettae has small, yellowish-brown flowers. Its seeds are small, brown and oval. The seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aetheorhyncha andreettae is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 foot in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aetheorhyncha andreettae

Aetheorhyncha andreettae is native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Aetheorhyncha andreettae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aetheorhyncha andreettae?

Aetheorhyncha andreettae

What type of plant is Aetheorhyncha andreettae?

Orchid

Where does Aetheorhyncha andreettae grow?

Brazil

Species in the Aetheorhyncha genus

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-329623: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.