Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acmodontum
ID:
264552

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.W.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 84: 350 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263884

Common Names

  • Paphiopedilum acmodontum
  • Acmodontum Paphiopedilum
  • Acmodontum's Paphiopedilum

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Description

Paphiopedilum acmodontum (also called Acmodontum Paphiopedilum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its large, spear-shaped leaves and long, thin stems. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Paphiopedilum acmodontum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paphiopedilum acmodontum is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphiopedilum acmodontum is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-11. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in the same conditions as the parent plant.

Where to Find Paphiopedilum acmodontum

Paphiopedilum acmodontum is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Paphiopedilum acmodontum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphiopedilum acmodontum?

Paphiopedilum acmodontum

What is the common name of Paphiopedilum acmodontum?

Acmodontum Paphiopedilum

What is the natural habitat of Paphiopedilum acmodontum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Paphiopedilum genus

Paphiopedilum acmodontum, Paphiopedilum adductum, Paphiopedilum appletonianum, Paphiopedilum areeanum, Paphiopedilum argus, Paphiopedilum armeniacum, Paphiopedilum barbatum, Paphiopedilum barbigerum, Paphiopedilum bellatulum, Paphiopedilum braemii, Paphiopedilum bullenianum, Paphiopedilum burbidgei, Paphiopedilum callosum, Paphiopedilum charlesworthii, Paphiopedilum ciliolare, Paphiopedilum coccineum, Paphiopedilum concolor, Paphiopedilum dalatense, Paphiopedilum dayanum, Paphiopedilum delenatii, Paphiopedilum dianthum, Paphiopedilum dixlerianum, Paphiopedilum druryi, Paphiopedilum emersonii, Paphiopedilum expansum, Paphiopedilum exul, Paphiopedilum fairrieanum, Paphiopedilum fanaticum, Paphiopedilum fowliei, Paphiopedilum frankeanum, Paphiopedilum gigantifolium, Paphiopedilum glanduliferum, Paphiopedilum glaucophyllum, Paphiopedilum godefroyae, Paphiopedilum gratrixianum, Paphiopedilum grussianum, Paphiopedilum hangianum, Paphiopedilum haynaldianum, Paphiopedilum helenae, Paphiopedilum hennisianum, Paphiopedilum henryanum, Paphiopedilum herrmannii, Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum, Paphiopedilum hookerae, Paphiopedilum insigne, Paphiopedilum intaniae, Paphiopedilum jackii, Paphiopedilum javanicum, Paphiopedilum kimballianum, Paphiopedilum kolopakingii,

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-146972: Based on the initial data import
Mark W. Wood (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Wood' in the authors string.