Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
virginalis
ID:
981877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden ex Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Orch.-Grow. Man. , ed. 2: 55 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000981215



Common Names

  • Anguloa virginalis
  • Virgin Anguloa
  • Virgin Orchid


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Description

Anguloa virginalis (also called 'Virgin Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with fragrant, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is usually found in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anguloa virginalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an indoor houseplant. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments, such as fever and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anguloa virginalis var. virginalis
Anguloa virginalis var. turneri (B.S.Williams) Oakeley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anguloa virginalis is a large, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anguloa virginalis is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Anguloa virginalis

Anguloa virginalis is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

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-9806: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.