Aerides jansoni - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jansoni
ID:
864217
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 7: 66 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000863552
Common Names
- Jansoni Aerides
- Jansoni Orchid
- Jansoni Aerides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aerides jansoni (also called Janson's Aerides, among many other common names) is an orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has a climbing growth habit and grows to a height of between 10 and 50 cm. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aerides jansoni has been used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant flowers and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerides jansoni has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with short, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aerides jansoni is a perennial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and a humid environment. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and watered regularly. It is susceptible to root rot, so it is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It is also susceptible to pests, so it should be monitored for signs of infestation.
Where to Find Aerides jansoni
Aerides jansoni is native to the Philippines and can be found growing in moist, shady areas.
Aerides jansoni FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aerides jansoni?
Aerides jansoni
What are the common names of Aerides jansoni?
Janson's vanda
What is the habitat of Aerides jansoni?
Moist, shady areas, such as forests and stream banks
Species in the Aerides genus
Aerides sukauensis, Aerides augustiana, Aerides crassifolia, Aerides crispa, Aerides emericii, Aerides falcata, Aerides houlletiana, Aerides huttonii, Aerides inflexa, Aerides jansoni, Aerides krabiensis, Aerides lawrenceae, Aerides leeana, Aerides mcmorlandii, Aerides maculosa, Aerides multiflora, Aerides odorata, Aerides orthocentra, Aerides quinquevulnera, Aerides ringens, Aerides roebelenii, Aerides rosea, Aerides rubescens, Aerides savageana, Aerides shibatiana, Aerides thibautiana, Aerides timorana, Aerides crassifolium, Aerides crispum, Aerides odoratum, Aerides multiflorum, Aerides augustianum, Aerides roseum, Aerides magnifica, Aerides migueldavidii,
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-4086: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.