Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 24(Misc.): 41 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262136
Common Names
- Acanthophippium striatum
- Striped Acanthophippium
- Madagascar Palm
Synonyms
- Acanthophippium simplex Aver. [unknown]
- Acanthophippium sinense Rolfe [unknown]
- Acanthophippium unguiculatum (Hayata) Fukuy. [unknown]
- Tainia unguiculata Hayata [unknown]
Description
Acanthophippium striatum (also called Striped Acanthophippium, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single stem and a cluster of long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, tropical forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthophippium striatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthophippium striatum has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthophippium striatum is best propagated from seed. Plant the seeds in a pot with well-draining soil and water them lightly. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. Once the seedlings have sprouted, water them more frequently and fertilize them every few weeks.
Where to Find Acanthophippium striatum
Acanthophippium striatum can be found in India.
Acanthophippium striatum FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Acanthophippium striatum?
Acanthophippium striatum prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much light does Acanthophippium striatum need?
Acanthophippium striatum needs bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Acanthophippium striatum?
Acanthophippium striatum should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Acanthophippium genus
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,
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,