Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
850071

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 279 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849406

Common Names

  • Lax-Flowered Aeranthes
  • Lax-Flowered Aeranthe
  • Lax-Flowered Aeranth

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Description

Aeranthes laxiflora (also called Loose-flowered Aeranthes, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a small, slender plant with long, thin leaves and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It is found in forests and woodlands, and is widely distributed in Angola, Cameroon, and Tanzania.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeranthes laxiflora is a small, yellow-green spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small, slender and have a tuft of hairs at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes laxiflora is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not too much. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Aeranthes laxiflora

Aeranthes laxiflora can be found in the southwestern United States, from Arizona to Texas.

Aeranthes laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeranthes laxiflora?

Aeranthes laxiflora

What is the common name of Aeranthes laxiflora?

Laxiflorous Aeranthes

What is the natural habitat of Aeranthes laxiflora?

Tropical rainforests

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-3952: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.