Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolatum
ID:
1332445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ječmenica, Stévart & Droissart

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 61: 64 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344899





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Uses & Benefits

Angraecum lanceolatum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Angraecum lanceolatum is white or pinkish-white, with a yellow or orange center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum lanceolatum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Madagascar. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It prefers well-draining soil that is kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Angraecum lanceolatum

Angraecum lanceolatum is found in the tropical rainforests of Africa and Madagascar.

Angraecum lanceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angraecum lanceolatum?

Angraecum lanceolatum

What is the common name of Angraecum lanceolatum?

Lance-leaved Angraecum

What are the characteristics of Angraecum lanceolatum?

Angraecum lanceolatum is an evergreen shrub with long, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white in colour.

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

Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.
Vincent Droissart: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Droissart' in the authors string.
Vladimir Ječmenica: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ječmenica' in the authors string.