Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 19: 198 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515678
Common Names
- Acrolophia bolusii
- Bolusii Acrolophia
- Bolusii Cape-rush
Description
Acrolophia bolusii (also called Bolus' Acrolophia, among many other common names) is a perennial orchid with a long, slender stem and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is typically found in wet, marshy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Acrolophia bolusii is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrolophia bolusii has small white flowers that appear in the summer. Its seeds are small, black, and winged. Its seedlings have two small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acrolophia bolusii is a perennial succulent that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Where to Find Acrolophia bolusii
Acrolophia bolusii can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.
Acrolophia bolusii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acrolophia bolusii?
Acrolophia bolusii
What is the family of Acrolophia bolusii?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Acrolophia bolusii?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Acrolophia 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,