Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolium
ID:
979443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toill.-Gen. & Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Naturaliste Malgache 12: 13 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000978781



Common Names

  • Oblong-leaved Angraecum
  • Oblong-leaf Angraecum
  • Oblong Angraecum


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Description

Angraecum oblongifolium (also called Oblong-leaved Angraecum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Madagascar. It grows in humid, shady forests at elevations of 500-1000 meters. It has a short, creeping stem with ovate leaves and white flowers with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum oblongifolium 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 oblongifolium has white flowers with a yellow lip and yellow veins. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum oblongifolium is an epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. To cultivate, mount on a tree branch or cork slab and keep moist. Provide bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Fertilize regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Angraecum oblongifolium

Angraecum oblongifolium can be found in tropical Africa.

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-9571: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.
Jeanne Toilliez-Genoud: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toill.-Gen.' in the authors string.