Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
amieuensis
ID:
278211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
J. Agric. Trop. Bot. Appl. 11: 189 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277543

Common Names

  • Amieuensis Artia
  • Amieuensis Orchid
  • Amieuensis Fairy Orchid

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Description

Artia amieuensis (also called 'Amieuensis' or 'Amieuensis Artia', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect stem, reaching up to 1 cm in height. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Artia amieuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artia amieuensis is small, white and has a yellow lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artia amieuensis can be propagated by division and by seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Artia amieuensis

Artia amieuensis is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Artia amieuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artia amieuensis?

Artia amieuensis

What is the natural habitat of Artia amieuensis?

It is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the blooming season of Artia amieuensis?

It blooms in the spring and summer.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-16012: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.