Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
parvula
ID:
852724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 3, 1: 186 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852059

Common Names

  • Parvula Oat
  • Parvula Avena
  • Aeranthes Parvula

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Description

Aeranthes parvula (also called small aeranthes, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It has a tufted growth habit and grows up to 1 foot tall. It is found in dry, open areas such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeranthes parvula flowers are small, yellow and grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, oval-shaped and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes parvula can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny location in late spring or early summer. The soil should be well-drained and fertile. Water the seeds regularly until they germinate. Thin out the seedlings when they are large enough to handle. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough.

Where to Find Aeranthes parvula

Aeranthes parvula can be found in South America.

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-3977: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.