Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 13: 47 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266745
Common Names
- Angraecum Orchid
- Madagascar Orchid
- Star of Bethlehem Orchid
Synonyms
- Saccolabium angraecum Ridl. [unknown]
- Saccolabium aurantiacum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Pennilabium angraecum (also called Angraecum Pennilabium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pennilabium angraecum is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pennilabium angraecum is a white to pale yellow, with a yellow center, and a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pennilabium angraecum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, actively growing plants and planted in a well-drained medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Pennilabium angraecum
Pennilabium angraecum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It can be found in moist, shaded forests and along stream banks.
Pennilabium angraecum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pennilabium angraecum?
Pennilabium angraecum
What type of plant is Pennilabium angraecum?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.
Where is Pennilabium angraecum found?
It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Species in the Pennilabium genus
Pennilabium acuminatum,
Pennilabium angraecoides,
Pennilabium angraecum,
Pennilabium aurantiacum,
Pennilabium confusum,
Pennilabium lampongense,
Pennilabium longicaule,
Pennilabium luzonense,
Pennilabium proboscideum,
Pennilabium struthio,
Pennilabium yunnanense,
Pennilabium naja,
Pennilabium armanii,
Pennilabium kidmancoxii,
Pennilabium poringense,
Pennilabium hewittii,
Pennilabium labanyaeanum,
Pennilabium lohokii,
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,