Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 38: 450 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000349617
Common Names
- Antennifer Bonania
- Antennifer Bonatea
- Antennifer Bonatea
Synonyms
- Bonatea speciosa antennifera (Rolfe) Sommerv. [unknown]
- Habenaria antennifera Schltr. [illegitimate]
- Habenaria macrorchis Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Bonatea antennifera (also called Antenna Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial orchid species of the Orchidaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist meadows, marshes, stream banks, and other wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bonatea antennifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover and to stabilize soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bonatea antennifera has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in short spikes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bonatea antennifera is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sunny to partially shaded areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Divide the clumps in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Bonatea antennifera
Bonatea antennifera is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Bonatea antennifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bonatea antennifera?
Bonatea antennifera
What is the common name of Bonatea antennifera?
Antennifera Bonatea
Where is Bonatea antennifera found?
Bonatea antennifera is found in South Africa.
Species in the Bonatea genus
Bonatea antennifera,
Bonatea boltonii,
Bonatea cassidea,
Bonatea lamprophylla,
Bonatea polypodantha,
Bonatea porrecta,
Bonatea pulchella,
Bonatea rabaiensis,
Bonatea saundersioides,
Bonatea speciosa,
Bonatea stereophylla,
Bonatea steudneri,
Bonatea volkensiana,
Bonatea liparophylla,
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,