Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fernandezii
ID:
1316698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 313 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329152

Common Names

  • Acianthera fernandezii
  • Fernandez Acianthera
  • Fernandez Orchid

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Description

Acianthera fernandezii (also called Fernandez's Acianthera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 500-1500m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera fernandezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera fernandezii is small, white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are delicate and have white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera fernandezii is a perennial plant that is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acianthera fernandezii

Acianthera fernandezii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Acianthera fernandezii FAQ

What is the common name of Acianthera fernandezii?

Fernandez's Acianthera

What type of soil does Acianthera fernandezii prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Acianthera fernandezii prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

Species in the Acianthera genus

Acianthera aculeata, Acianthera acuminatipetala, Acianthera adamantinensis, Acianthera adiri, Acianthera aechme, Acianthera agathophylla, Acianthera alligatorifera, Acianthera angustisepala, Acianthera antennata, Acianthera aphthosa, Acianthera asaroides, Acianthera auriculata, Acianthera bicarinata, Acianthera biceps, Acianthera bicornuta, Acianthera bidentula, Acianthera binotii, Acianthera bissei, Acianthera boliviana, Acianthera brachiloba, Acianthera bragae, Acianthera breviflora, Acianthera butcheri, Acianthera caldensis, Acianthera capanemae, Acianthera caparaoensis, Acianthera capillaris, Acianthera carinata, Acianthera casapensis, Acianthera cerberus, Acianthera chamelopoda, Acianthera chionopa, Acianthera chrysantha, Acianthera circumplexa, Acianthera cogniauxiana, Acianthera compressicaulis, Acianthera consatae, Acianthera cordatifolia, Acianthera costabilis, Acianthera crassilabia, Acianthera cremasta, Acianthera crinita, Acianthera cryptantha, Acianthera cryptophoranthoides, Acianthera decipiens, Acianthera decurrens, Acianthera deserta, Acianthera discophylla, Acianthera duartei, Acianthera ellipsophylla,

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.