Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
henrici
ID:
809261

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) P.J.Cribb, Hermans & D.L.Roberts

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 29: 28 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808595



Common Names

  • Erasanthe henrici
  • Henrici Erasanthe
  • Erasanthe Henrici


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Description

Erasanthe henrici (also called 'Henrici Erasanthe', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and thin, wiry roots. The stems are short and slender, and the leaves are oblong-lanceolate. The flowers are pink, with a yellow lip, and they bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Erasanthe henrici is a popular ornamental plant that can be used to add a splash of color to any garden. It is also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erasanthe henrici sub. henrici
Erasanthe henrici sub. isaloensis P.J.Cribb, Hermans & D.L.Roberts

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erasanthe henrici has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erasanthe henrici is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers well-draining, sandy soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Erasanthe henrici

Erasanthe henrici is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Eastern Cape province.

Erasanthe henrici FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erasanthe henrici?

Erasanthe henrici

What type of plant is Erasanthe henrici?

It is a shrub

Where is Erasanthe henrici found?

It is found in India

Species in the Erasanthe 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-346829: Based on the initial data import
Johan Hermans (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hermans' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
David Lesford Roberts (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Roberts' in the authors string.