Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
unciformis
ID:
651

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb & Nusb.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Candollea 67: 272 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315105

Common Names

  • Aeranthes unciformis
  • Unciform Aeranthes
  • Unciform Aeranthes

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Description

Aeranthes unciformis (also called Aeranthes unciformis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, erect stem that grows up to 40 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and arranged in a basal rosette. The flowers are white with a yellow lip and are borne in a terminal raceme. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeranthes unciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeranthes unciformis has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeranthes unciformis is an epiphytic orchid that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. The seeds should be sown on the surface of the potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aeranthes unciformis

Aeranthes unciformis is found in the rainforests of Madagascar.

Aeranthes unciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeranthes unciformis?

Aeranthes unciformis

What is the common name of Aeranthes unciformis?

Unciform Aeranthes

What is the natural habitat of Aeranthes unciformis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of 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

Louis Paul Gustave Alvin Nusbaumer (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nusb.' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.