Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griff.) Panigrahi
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Taxon 34: 689 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257459
Common Names
- Carinata Acampe
- Tailflower Orchid
- Tail Orchid
Synonyms
- Saccolabium carinatum Griff. [unknown]
- Gastrochilus catinatus Schltr. [unknown]
- Saccolabium catinatum Ridl. [unknown]
- Acampe papillosa flava A.P.Das, Katham & Nirola [unknown]
Description
Acampe carinata (also called 'Carinate Acampe', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acampe carinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acampe carinata is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acampe carinata is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant that grows in humid, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded area until they are established. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Acampe carinata
Acampe carinata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Acampe carinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acampe carinata?
Acampe carinata
What is the common name of Acampe carinata?
Carinate Acampe
What is the natural habitat of Acampe carinata?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Acampe genus
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,