Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
846099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toill.-Gen., Ursch & Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845434

Common Names

  • Carnosa Aeranthes
  • Aeranthes Grass
  • Carnosa Aeranthes Grass

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Description

Aeranthes carnosa (also called Carnose Aeranthes, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes carnosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeranthes carnosa is white, star-shaped, and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes carnosa is a perennial shrub that grows in clumps. It prefers moist soils and is tolerant of both wet and dry conditions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Aeranthes carnosa

Aeranthes carnosa can be found in Madagascar.

Aeranthes carnosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeranthes carnosa?

Aeranthes carnosa

What type of plant is Aeranthes carnosa?

Orchid

Where is Aeranthes carnosa found?

Madagascar

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-3913: 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.