Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
arachnitis
ID:
845170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 10: t. 817 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844505

Common Names

  • Arachnitis Orchid
  • Arachnitis
  • Arachnitis Orchid

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Description

Aeranthes arachnitis (also called Spiderwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in moist areas, such as meadows, pastures, and wetland margins. It has narrow, pointed leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes arachnitis is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeranthes arachnitis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes arachnitis is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or fall. It is tolerant of drought and can be used as a ground cover.

Where to Find Aeranthes arachnitis

Aeranthes arachnitis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Aeranthes arachnitis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeranthes arachnitis?

Aeranthes arachnitis

What is the common name of Aeranthes arachnitis?

Spider orchid

What type of plant is Aeranthes arachnitis?

Orchid

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-3904: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.