Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 2: 452 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000895095
Common Names
- Fimbriata Aganisia
- Fimbriata Bamboo
- Fimbriata Arrow Bamboo
Description
Aganisia fimbriata (also called Fringed Water Lily, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in shallow, still water, such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.
Uses & Benefits
Aganisia fimbriata is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aganisia fimbriata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aganisia fimbriata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, it requires little water and can tolerate drought.
Where to Find Aganisia fimbriata
Aganisia fimbriata is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.
Aganisia fimbriata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aganisia fimbriata?
Aganisia fimbriata
What is the common name of Aganisia fimbriata?
Frilled Orchid
What type of plant is Aganisia fimbriata?
Orchid
Species in the Aganisia 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,