Status:
valid
Authors:
Pailler
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Orchidophile (Deuil-la-Barre) 193: 83 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333873
Common Names
- Dupont's Angraecum
- Angraecum Dupontii
- Dupont's Angraecum
Description
Angraecum dupontii (also called Dupont's angraecum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the mountains of Madagascar and is found in montane forests. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing up to 1 m tall, with small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Angraecum dupontii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Angraecum dupontii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Angraecum dupontii is a tropical evergreen orchid that grows best in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by division.
Where to Find Angraecum dupontii
Angraecum dupontii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the country.
Angraecum dupontii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Angraecum dupontii?
Angraecum dupontii
What is the common name of Angraecum dupontii?
Dupont's Angraecum
What is the natural habitat of Angraecum dupontii?
Angraecum dupontii is found in the mountains of Central and Southern 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
Thierry Pailler: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pailler' in the authors string.