Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alismatophylla
ID:
255137

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay & P.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 24: 258 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254469



Common Names

  • Oeceoclades alismatophylla
  • Alismatophylla Oeceoclades
  • Alismatophyllas Oeceoclades


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Synonyms

  • Eulophia alismatophylla Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Eulophidium alismatophyllum (Rchb.f.) Summerh. [unknown]

Description

Oeceoclades alismatophylla (also called Water Plantain Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white and yellow flowers. It usually grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oeceoclades alismatophylla is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oeceoclades alismatophylla is a white or yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with three sepals and three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oeceoclades alismatophylla is a terrestrial orchid native to Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be kept in temperatures between 10-25°C and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Oeceoclades alismatophylla

Oeceoclades alismatophylla can be found in Madagascar.

Oeceoclades alismatophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oeceoclades alismatophylla?

Oeceoclades alismatophylla

What type of plant is Oeceoclades alismatophylla?

Orchid

Where is Oeceoclades alismatophylla found?

Madagascar

Species in the Oeceoclades genus

Oeceoclades alismatophylla, Oeceoclades ambongensis, Oeceoclades ambrensis, Oeceoclades analamerensis, Oeceoclades analavelensis, Oeceoclades angustifolia, Oeceoclades antsingyensis, Oeceoclades atrovirens, Oeceoclades aurea, Oeceoclades boinensis, Oeceoclades calcarata, Oeceoclades cordylinophylla, Oeceoclades decaryana, Oeceoclades flavescens, Oeceoclades furcata, Oeceoclades gracillima, Oeceoclades hebdingiana, Oeceoclades humbertii, Oeceoclades lanceata, Oeceoclades latifolia, Oeceoclades lonchophylla, Oeceoclades longebracteata, Oeceoclades lubbersiana, Oeceoclades maculata, Oeceoclades pandurata, Oeceoclades perrieri, Oeceoclades petiolata, Oeceoclades peyrotii, Oeceoclades quadriloba, Oeceoclades rauhii, Oeceoclades saundersiana, Oeceoclades sclerophylla, Oeceoclades seychellarum, Oeceoclades spathulifera, Oeceoclades ugandae, Oeceoclades zanzibarica, Oeceoclades callmanderi, Oeceoclades bernetii, Oeceoclades beravensis, Oeceoclades lavergneae, Oeceoclades versicolor,

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-137989: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Peter Taylor (1926-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Taylor' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.