Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ecalcarata
ID:
847027

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 7: 40 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000846362

Common Names

  • Ecalcarata Aeranthes
  • Ecalcarata Orchid
  • Ecalcarata Flower

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Description

Aeranthes ecalcarata (also called Common Hair-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass species native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes ecalcarata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeranthes ecalcarata is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, upright plant with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes ecalcarata is a perennial orchid that is native to the United States. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall in a well-prepared seedbed. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the orchid is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in the same manner as the seed.

Where to Find Aeranthes ecalcarata

Aeranthes ecalcarata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Aeranthes ecalcarata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeranthes ecalcarata?

Aeranthes ecalcarata

What is the common name of Aeranthes ecalcarata?

Ecalcarata Orchid

What is the growth habit of Aeranthes ecalcarata?

It is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and can reach up to 2 feet in height.

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,