Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
244046

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 9: 441 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243378



Common Names

  • Aphyllorchis acuminata
  • Acuminate Aphyllorchis
  • Aphyllorchis Acuminata


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Description

Aphyllorchis acuminata (also called Acuminate Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers, and grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aphyllorchis acuminata is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphyllorchis acuminata has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphyllorchis acuminata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. Once established, the plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Aphyllorchis acuminata

Aphyllorchis acuminata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Aphyllorchis acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphyllorchis acuminata?

Aphyllorchis acuminata

What is the common name of Aphyllorchis acuminata?

Acuminate Aphyllorchis

What is the natural habitat of Aphyllorchis acuminata?

It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist and shady areas

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,

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