Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ambrensis
ID:
844747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toill.-Gen., Ursch & Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 209 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844082

Common Names

  • Ambrensis Aeranthes
  • Ambrensis
  • Aeranthes Ambrensis

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Description

Aeranthes ambrensis (also called Madagascar orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Madagascar. It is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes ambrensis is used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeranthes ambrensis has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes ambrensis can be propagated by seed or division. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are dormant. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established before planting them out.

Where to Find Aeranthes ambrensis

Aeranthes ambrensis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern regions of the island.

Aeranthes ambrensis FAQ

What are the common names of Aeranthes ambrensis?

Common names of Aeranthes ambrensis include Madagascar jasmine and Madagascar star jasmine.

What type of soil does Aeranthes ambrensis prefer?

Aeranthes ambrensis prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils.

What is the growth habit of Aeranthes ambrensis?

Aeranthes ambrensis is an evergreen, twining vine.

Species in the Aeranthes genus

Aeranthes campbelliae, Aeranthes virginalis, Aeranthes adenopoda, Aeranthes aemula, Aeranthes africana, Aeranthes albidiflora, Aeranthes ambrensis, Aeranthes angustidens, Aeranthes antennophora, Aeranthes arachnitis, Aeranthes bathieana, Aeranthes carnosa, Aeranthes caudata, Aeranthes crassifolia, Aeranthes denticulata, Aeranthes dentiens, Aeranthes ecalcarata, Aeranthes filipes, Aeranthes grandiflora, Aeranthes hermannii, Aeranthes laxiflora, Aeranthes leandriana, Aeranthes moratii, Aeranthes multinodis, Aeranthes neoperrieri, Aeranthes nidus, Aeranthes orophila, Aeranthes orthopoda, Aeranthes parkesii, Aeranthes parvula, Aeranthes peyrotii, Aeranthes polyanthema, Aeranthes ramosa, Aeranthes robusta, Aeranthes sambiranoensis, Aeranthes schlechteri, Aeranthes setiformis, Aeranthes setipes, Aeranthes strangulata, Aeranthes subramosa, Aeranthes tenella, Aeranthes tricalcarata, Aeranthes tropophila, Aeranthes strangulatus, Aeranthes unciformis,

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-3900: Based on the initial data import
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.
Jeanne Toilliez-Genoud: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toill.-Gen.' in the authors string.
Eugène Ursch (1882-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ursch' in the authors string.