Aeranthes sambiranoensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sambiranoensis
ID:
854637
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 284 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000853972
Common Names
- Sambiranoensis grama grass
- Grama grass
- Aeranthes sambiranoensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeranthes sambiranoensis (also called Sambirano Aeranthes, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Madagascar. It grows up to 1 m tall, with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests, and is often used as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Aeranthes sambiranoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for wildlife, and can be used to help control erosion on slopes and other disturbed areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeranthes sambiranoensis has small, yellow-green flowers that form a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, light brown in color, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with thin, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeranthes sambiranoensis is a species of orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated through seed or division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-12.
Where to Find Aeranthes sambiranoensis
Aeranthes sambiranoensis is native to Madagascar. It is found in dry, rocky soils in grasslands, scrublands, and savannas.
Aeranthes sambiranoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeranthes sambiranoensis?
Aeranthes sambiranoensis
What is the common name of Aeranthes sambiranoensis?
Sambirano Aeranthes
What is the habitat of Aeranthes sambiranoensis?
It is native to 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-3995: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.