Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hyaloides
ID:
841224

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Orchideen Beschreib. Kult. Zücht. : 599 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840559

Common Names

  • Aerangis hyaloides
  • Aerangis
  • Hyaloides

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Description

Aerangis hyaloides (also called Hyaline Aerangis, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby plant with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, and is typically found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aerangis hyaloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aerangis hyaloides has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aerangis hyaloides is a small, evergreen orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light. The divisions should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Aerangis hyaloides

Aerangis hyaloides can be found in Madagascar.

Aerangis hyaloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aerangis hyaloides?

Aerangis hyaloides

What is the common name of Aerangis hyaloides?

Hyaloides Aerangis

What is the natural habitat of Aerangis hyaloides?

Tropical forests of Madagascar

Species in the Aerangis genus

Aerangis chirioana, Aerangis alcicornis, Aerangis appendiculata, Aerangis arachnopus, Aerangis articulata, Aerangis biloba, Aerangis bouarensis, Aerangis brachycarpa, Aerangis calantha, Aerangis carnea, Aerangis citrata, Aerangis collum-cygni, Aerangis concavipetala, Aerangis confusa, Aerangis coriacea, Aerangis cryptodon, Aerangis decaryana, Aerangis distincta, Aerangis ellisii, Aerangis fastuosa, Aerangis flexuosa, Aerangis fuscata, Aerangis gracillima, Aerangis gravenreuthii, Aerangis hologlottis, Aerangis hyaloides, Aerangis jacksonii, Aerangis kirkii, Aerangis kotschyana, Aerangis luteoalba, Aerangis macrocentra, Aerangis maireae, Aerangis megaphylla, Aerangis modesta, Aerangis monantha, Aerangis montana, Aerangis mooreana, Aerangis mystacidii, Aerangis oligantha, Aerangis pallidiflora, Aerangis primulina, Aerangis pulchella, Aerangis punctata, Aerangis rostellaris, Aerangis seegeri, Aerangis somalensis, Aerangis spiculata, Aerangis splendida, Aerangis stelligera, Aerangis stylosa,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-3837: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.