Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
corrugatum
ID:
835662

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cordem.) Micheneau

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 46: 920 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834997

Common Names

  • Angraecum corrugatum
  • Corrugated Angraecum
  • Corrugated Orchid

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Description

Angraecum corrugatum (also called Corrugated Angraecum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum corrugatum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angraecum corrugatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum corrugatum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or from divisions. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by dividing the plant in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Angraecum corrugatum

Angraecum corrugatum can be found in Madagascar.

Angraecum corrugatum FAQ

What is the average height of Angraecum corrugatum?

Angraecum corrugatum typically grows to a height of about 1 to 2 meters.

What type of soil does Angraecum corrugatum prefer?

Angraecum corrugatum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Angraecum corrugatum?

Angraecum corrugatum prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372186: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Jacob de Cordemoy (1835-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordem.' in the authors string.
Claire Micheneau: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Micheneau' in the authors string.