Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
clavigerum
ID:
976637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 485 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000975975

Common Names

  • Angraecum clavigerum
  • Clavigerum Orchid
  • Clavigerum Angraecum

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Description

Angraecum clavigerum (also called Star of Bethlehem orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in humid forests and in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum clavigerum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers. It is also used for its wood, which is strong and durable and is used for making furniture, tools, and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angraecum clavigerum is white in color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum clavigerum can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Angraecum clavigerum

Angraecum clavigerum is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Angraecum genus

Angraecum platycornu, Angraecum sanfordii, Angraecum oeonioides, Angraecum corrugatum, Angraecum acutipetalum, Angraecum affine, Angraecum alleizettei, Angraecum aloifolium, Angraecum ambrense, Angraecum amplexicaule, Angraecum ampullaceum, Angraecum andasibense, Angraecum andringitranum, Angraecum angustipetalum, Angraecum angustum, Angraecum ankeranense, Angraecum aporoides, Angraecum appendiculatum, Angraecum appendiculoides, Angraecum arachnites, Angraecum astroarche, Angraecum aviceps, Angraecum bancoense, Angraecum baronii, Angraecum bemarivoense, Angraecum bicallosum, Angraecum birrimense, Angraecum borbonicum, Angraecum brachyrhopalon, Angraecum bracteosum, Angraecum breve, Angraecum brevicornu, Angraecum cadetii, Angraecum calceolus, Angraecum caricifolium, Angraecum caulescens, Angraecum chaetopodum, Angraecum chamaeanthus, Angraecum chermezonii, Angraecum chimanimaniense, Angraecum cilaosianum, Angraecum claessensii, Angraecum clareae, Angraecum clavigerum, Angraecum compactum, Angraecum compressicaule, Angraecum conchiferum, Angraecum conchoglossum, Angraecum cordemoyi, Angraecum coriaceum,

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,

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