Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
darainense
ID:
650

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb & Nusb.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Candollea 67: 270 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315104



Common Names

  • Angraecum darainense
  • Darain Angraecum
  • Darain Angraecum


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Description

Angraecum darainense (also called Daraina Angraecum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It has long, thin leaves and a single, white flower with a long, curved spur. The flowers are fragrant and bloom in the spring. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum darainense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Angraecum darainense has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum darainense is a terrestrial orchid that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Angraecum darainense

Angraecum darainense is found in the rainforests of Madagascar.

Angraecum darainense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angraecum darainense?

Angraecum darainense

What is the common name of Angraecum darainense?

Darain Angraecum

What is the natural habitat of Angraecum darainense?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Madagascar

Species in the Angraecum genus

Angraecum platycornu, Angraecum sanfordii, Angraecum oeonioides, Angraecum corrugatum, Angraecum acutipetalum, Angraecum affine, Angraecum alleizettei, Angraecum aloifolium, Angraecum ambrense, Angraecum amplexicaule, Angraecum ampullaceum, Angraecum andasibense, Angraecum andringitranum, Angraecum angustipetalum, Angraecum angustum, Angraecum ankeranense, Angraecum aporoides, Angraecum appendiculatum, Angraecum appendiculoides, Angraecum arachnites, Angraecum astroarche, Angraecum aviceps, Angraecum bancoense, Angraecum baronii, Angraecum bemarivoense, Angraecum bicallosum, Angraecum birrimense, Angraecum borbonicum, Angraecum brachyrhopalon, Angraecum bracteosum, Angraecum breve, Angraecum brevicornu, Angraecum cadetii, Angraecum calceolus, Angraecum caricifolium, Angraecum caulescens, Angraecum chaetopodum, Angraecum chamaeanthus, Angraecum chermezonii, Angraecum chimanimaniense, Angraecum cilaosianum, Angraecum claessensii, Angraecum clareae, Angraecum clavigerum, Angraecum compactum, Angraecum compressicaule, Angraecum conchiferum, Angraecum conchoglossum, Angraecum cordemoyi, Angraecum coriaceum,

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

Louis Paul Gustave Alvin Nusbaumer (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nusb.' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.