Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acianthum
ID:
483268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 276 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482600



Common Names

  • Acianthum Oxystophyllum
  • Acianthum
  • Oxystophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Aporum acianthum (Schltr.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Dendrobium acianthum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Oxystophyllum acianthum (also called Acianthus Oxystophyllum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Brazil. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is found growing on rocks and trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oxystophyllum acianthum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and greenhouses. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxystophyllum acianthum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed of Oxystophyllum acianthum is a small, black seed. The seedlings of Oxystophyllum acianthum are small, dark green and have a short taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxystophyllum acianthum is a coniferous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in the spring. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Oxystophyllum acianthum

Oxystophyllum acianthum is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Oxystophyllum acianthum FAQ

What is the common name of Oxystophyllum acianthum?

Acanthum Oxystophyllum

What is the natural range of Oxystophyllum acianthum?

Africa

What type of soil does Oxystophyllum acianthum prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Oxystophyllum genus

Oxystophyllum atropurpureum, Oxystophyllum carnosum, Oxystophyllum excavatum, Oxystophyllum acianthum, Oxystophyllum ambotiense, Oxystophyllum araneum, Oxystophyllum atrorubens, Oxystophyllum bipulvinatum, Oxystophyllum buruense, Oxystophyllum changjiangense, Oxystophyllum cultratum, Oxystophyllum cuneatipetalum, Oxystophyllum deliense, Oxystophyllum elmeri, Oxystophyllum floridanum, Oxystophyllum govidjoae, Oxystophyllum hagerupii, Oxystophyllum helvolum, Oxystophyllum hypodon, Oxystophyllum kaudernii, Oxystophyllum lepoense, Oxystophyllum lockhartioides, Oxystophyllum longipecten, Oxystophyllum minutigibbum, Oxystophyllum moluccense, Oxystophyllum nitidiflorum, Oxystophyllum oblongum, Oxystophyllum oligadenium, Oxystophyllum paniferum, Oxystophyllum sinuatum, Oxystophyllum speculigerum, Oxystophyllum subsessile, Oxystophyllum torricellianum, Oxystophyllum tropidoneuron, Oxystophyllum tumoriferum, Oxystophyllum validipecten,

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-256354: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.