Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
liesneri
ID:
253525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carnevali & I.Ramírez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 962 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252857



Common Names

  • Aracamunia Liesneri
  • Liesneri Aracamunia
  • Liesneri Orchid


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Description

Aracamunia liesneri (also called Liesner's Aracamunia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a few leaves and many small, white flowers with yellow lips. It grows on trees and rocks in humid, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aracamunia liesneri is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aracamunia liesneri has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on the end of the stem. The flowers have five petals and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aracamunia liesneri can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers a humid, shady environment with a temperature of 18-25°C. It should be grown in a well-draining, acidic soil with a pH of 4.5-5.5. It should be watered regularly, but not excessively.

Where to Find Aracamunia liesneri

Aracamunia liesneri can be found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Aracamunia liesneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aracamunia liesneri?

Aracamunia liesneri

What is the natural habitat of Aracamunia liesneri?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Aracamunia liesneri?

White

Species in the Aracamunia genus

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-13646: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.