Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
annamensis
ID:
253728

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 72: 73 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253060



Common Names

  • Annamensis Arachnis
  • Arachnis Annamensis
  • Annamensis Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Arachnanthe annamensis Rolfe [unknown]
  • Arachnis evrardii (Guillaumin) Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Renanthera evrardii Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Arachnis annamensis (also called Arachnis annamensis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin stem that grows to a height of about 20 cm. Its leaves are long and thin, and its flowers are white with yellow spots. It is found in evergreen forests and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Arachnis annamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachnis annamensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachnis annamensis is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a small plant with short stems and small, white flowers. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a shady spot. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The plant should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Arachnis annamensis

Arachnis annamensis can be found in Vietnam.

Arachnis annamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachnis annamensis?

Arachnis annamensis

What is the family of Arachnis annamensis?

Orchidaceae

Where is Arachnis annamensis found?

Vietnam

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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