Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
orthopoda
ID:
852303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toill.-Gen., Ursch & Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 212 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000851638

Common Names

  • Aeranthes orthopoda
  • Orthopod Aeranthes
  • Orthopod Aeranthe

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Description

Aeranthes orthopoda (also called Orthopod Aeranthes, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of 0.3-1.2 m. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes orthopoda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeranthes orthopoda has a small, white flower with a single spikelet, each containing two to three seeds. The seedlings have a long, slender stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes orthopoda is a cool-season grass that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a hardy, low-maintenance grass that is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and climates. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in early spring in a well-prepared seedbed. Alternatively, it can be propagated from division of established clumps. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aeranthes orthopoda

Aeranthes orthopoda can be found in Madagascar.

Aeranthes orthopoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeranthes orthopoda?

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What is the family of Aeranthes orthopoda?

Orchidaceae

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-3973: 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.