Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurzweil & Chantanaorr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 60: 373 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912870
Common Names
- Habenaria Anomaliflora
- Anomaliflora Habenaria
- Anomaliflora's Habenaria
Description
Habenaria anomaliflora (also called White Fringed Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the southeastern United States. It has a single, erect stem with a single, terminal inflorescence. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white with a yellow lip. It grows in moist, grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Habenaria anomaliflora is an ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant. It is known for its long-lasting, brightly-colored flowers and its ability to tolerate low light conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Habenaria anomaliflora has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Habenaria anomaliflora is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Habenaria anomaliflora
Habenaria anomaliflora is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Habenaria genus
Habenaria sylvicultrix,
Habenaria bacata,
Habenaria carlotae,
Habenaria euryloba,
Habenaria fuscina,
Habenaria habenarioides,
Habenaria halata,
Habenaria leon-ibarrae,
Habenaria leptophylla,
Habenaria mediocris,
Habenaria pabstii,
Habenaria uncata,
Habenaria vatia,
Habenaria paulistana,
Habenaria binghamii,
Habenaria bonateoides,
Habenaria carvajaliana,
Habenaria castroi,
Habenaria clareae,
Habenaria cuevasiana,
Habenaria geerinckiana,
Habenaria harderi,
Habenaria jardeliana,
Habenaria kariniae,
Habenaria lizbethae,
Habenaria ludibundiciliata,
Habenaria mariae,
Habenaria micheliana,
Habenaria pinzonii,
Habenaria pubidactyla,
Habenaria socorroae,
Habenaria xochitliae,
Habenaria ankylocentron,
Habenaria cauda-porcelli,
Habenaria tianae,
Habenaria agrestis,
Habenaria anomaliflora,
Habenaria atrata,
Habenaria ciliatisepala,
Habenaria cortesii,
Habenaria egleriana,
Habenaria nogeirana,
Habenaria pseudofilifera,
Habenaria pseudoglaucophylla,
Habenaria szlachetkoana,
Habenaria talaensis,
Habenaria tequilana,
Habenaria arenata,
Habenaria psammophila,
Habenaria canastrensis,
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,