Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bouffordii
ID:
1325812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchids Austral. 26: 27 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338266



Common Names

  • Arachnis bouffordii
  • Boufford's Arachnis
  • Boufford's Orchid


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Description

Arachnis bouffordii (also called Boufford's spider orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in humid forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arachnis bouffordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachnis bouffordii has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachnis bouffordii is a species of orchid native to China. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Arachnis bouffordii

Arachnis bouffordii is found in the tropical forests of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Arachnis bouffordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachnis bouffordii?

Arachnis bouffordii

Where is Arachnis bouffordii found?

Arachnis bouffordii is found in India.

What is the growth habit of Arachnis bouffordii?

Arachnis bouffordii is a small, evergreen shrub with a single trunk.

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

Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.