Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
athroophlebia
ID:
377045

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 28: 305 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376377

Common Names

  • Acranthera athroophlebia
  • Athroophlebia Acranthera
  • Athroophlebia Orchid

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Description

Acranthera athroophlebia (also called Athroophlebia Acranthera, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of the world. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acranthera athroophlebia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and can be used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acranthera athroophlebia is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acranthera athroophlebia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Acranthera athroophlebia

Acranthera athroophlebia is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and floodplains.

Acranthera athroophlebia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acranthera athroophlebia?

Acranthera athroophlebia

What is the common name of Acranthera athroophlebia?

Athroophlebia acranthera

What type of plant is Acranthera athroophlebia?

Herb

Species in the Acranthera genus

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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