Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
heliconiscapa
ID:
337832

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoehne) F.Barros

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bradea 8(43): 294 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337164

Common Names

  • Acianthera heliconiscapa
  • Heliconiscapa Acianthera
  • Heliconiscapa

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis heliconiscapa Hoehne [unknown]
  • Specklinia heliconiscapa (Hoehne) Luer [unknown]

Description

Acianthera heliconiscapa (also called Heliconiscapa Acianthera, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in humid tropical forests, usually in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera heliconiscapa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white to pinkish-white, with a yellowish-green lip. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: oval-shaped, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera heliconiscapa is a terrestrial orchid that can be cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. It prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Acianthera heliconiscapa

Acianthera heliconiscapa is native to Brazil.

Acianthera heliconiscapa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera heliconiscapa?

Acianthera heliconiscapa

What is the family of Acianthera heliconiscapa?

Orchidaceae

What is the native range of Acianthera heliconiscapa?

Brazil

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217510: Based on the initial data import
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.