Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gigantea
ID:
1334512

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) A.Doucette

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 275: 271 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346966

Common Names

  • Acianthera Gigantea
  • Star Orchid
  • Fairy Orchid

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Description

Acianthera gigantea (also called 'Giant Acianthera', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of South America. It has thin, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera gigantea has small white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in the center. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish tint.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera gigantea can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Acianthera gigantea

Acianthera gigantea can be found in the mountains of Peru.

Acianthera gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera gigantea?

Acianthera gigantea

What is the common name of Acianthera gigantea?

Giant Acianthera

What is the natural habitat of Acianthera gigantea?

It is found in the cloud forests of the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Alfonso Doucette: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Doucette' in the authors string.