Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 126(1): 20 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340559
Common Names
- Goeldianus Araeococcus
- Goeldianus Orchid
- Araeococcus goeldianus
Description
Araeococcus goeldianus (also called Goeldi's Araeococcus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a short stem and its leaves are lanceolate and arranged in a spiral. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Araeococcus goeldianus is a species of plant native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also known to have medicinal properties, as it is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Araeococcus goeldianus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Araeococcus goeldianus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Araeococcus goeldianus
Araeococcus goeldianus is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Araeococcus goeldianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Araeococcus goeldianus?
Araeococcus goeldianus
What is the common name of Araeococcus goeldianus?
Goeldi's Araeococcus
What is the natural habitat of Araeococcus goeldianus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Araeococcus genus
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17393-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].