Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aphrodite
ID:
255272

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f. & S.Moore) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 36(2): 177 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254604



Common Names

  • Oeoniella aphrodite
  • Aphrodite Oeoniella
  • Aphrodite Woodland Star


Searching for Oeoniella aphrodite? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Listrostachys aphrodite Balf.f. & S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Oeoniella aphrodite (also called Aphrodite Oeoniella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem and small, white flowers. It is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oeoniella aphrodite is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections. It is also used as a food source and for its oil, which is used for cooking and lighting.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oeoniella aphrodite are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

Searching for Oeoniella aphrodite? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Oeoniella aphrodite is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized during the growing season.

Where to Find Oeoniella aphrodite

Oeoniella aphrodite is native to tropical Africa.

Oeoniella aphrodite FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oeoniella aphrodite?

Oeoniella aphrodite

What is the common name of Oeoniella aphrodite?

Aphrodite

What is the natural habitat of Oeoniella aphrodite?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Oeoniella 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-138113: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.