Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
micranthus
ID:
341228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 15: 37 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340560

Common Names

  • Micranthus Araeococcus
  • Micranthus Orchid
  • Araeococcus micranthus

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Description

Araeococcus micranthus (also called Small-flowered 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 micranthus 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 micranthus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Araeococcus micranthus 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 micranthus

Araeococcus micranthus is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Araeococcus micranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Araeococcus micranthus?

Araeococcus micranthus

What is the common name of Araeococcus micranthus?

Small-flowered Araeococcus

What is the natural habitat of Araeococcus micranthus?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:121987-1: 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].