Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Bot. Centralbl. 28: 343 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253411
Common Names
- Arachnis Sulingi
- Suling's Spider Orchid
- Cobra Orchid
Synonyms
- Arachnanthe sulingi Benth. [unknown]
- Armodorum distichum Breda [unknown]
- Armodorum sulingi Schltr. [unknown]
- Renanthera sulingi Lindl. [unknown]
- Vanda sulingi Blume [unknown]
- Aerides sulingi Blume [unknown]
- Arachnanthe sulingi (Blume) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Arachnis sulingi (also called Sulingi Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in open, sunny areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Arachnis sulingi is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arachnis sulingi is a yellow or white color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arachnis sulingi is a tropical plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Arachnis sulingi
Arachnis sulingi is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.
Arachnis sulingi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arachnis sulingi?
Arachnis sulingi
What are the common names of Arachnis sulingi?
Suling's arachnis, Suling's spider orchid
What is the natural habitat of Arachnis sulingi?
Arachnis sulingi is native to Southeast Asia
Species in the Arachnis genus
Arachnis annamensis,
Arachnis bella,
Arachnis calcarata,
Arachnis cathcarthii,
Arachnis clarkei,
Arachnis flos-aeris,
Arachnis grandisepala,
Arachnis hookeriana,
Arachnis labrosa,
Arachnis limax,
Arachnis longisepala,
Arachnis maingayi,
Arachnis siamensis,
Arachnis sulingi,
Arachnis bouffordii,
Arachnis senapatiana,
Arachnis seramensis,
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,