Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nanum
ID:
979368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Frapp. ex Cordem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Fl. Réunion : 208 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000978706



Common Names

  • Nanum Angraecum
  • Nanum Angraecum Orchid
  • Dwarf Angraecum Orchid


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Description

Angraecum nanum (also called Dwarf Angraecum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a single stem with multiple leaves and a single flower. The flower is white with a yellow center and has a long, thin petal. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum nanum is a popular ornamental plant with fragrant white flowers. It is often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is easy to care for.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Angraecum nanum has white flowers with a yellowish-green center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum nanum is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It prefers bright, indirect light and regular watering. Propagation can be done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Angraecum nanum

Angraecum nanum can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-9564: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Jacob de Cordemoy (1835-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordem.' in the authors string.
Charles Frappier (1813-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frapp.' in the authors string.