Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hoffmannseggiana
ID:
337838

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) F.Barros

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 30: 186 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337170

Common Names

  • Acianthera hoffmannseggiana
  • Hoffmannseggiana Acianthera
  • Hoffmannseggiana

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Synonyms

  • Humboltia hoffmannseggiana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis hoffmannseggiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis loefgrenii Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Acianthera hoffmannseggiana (also called Hoffmannsegg's 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 hoffmannseggiana 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 hoffmannseggiana can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a light, well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Acianthera hoffmannseggiana

Acianthera hoffmannseggiana is native to Brazil.

Acianthera hoffmannseggiana FAQ

What are the light requirements of Acianthera hoffmannseggiana?

Acianthera hoffmannseggiana prefers bright, indirect light.

What kind of soil is best for Acianthera hoffmannseggiana?

Acianthera hoffmannseggiana prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Acianthera hoffmannseggiana be watered?

Acianthera hoffmannseggiana should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-217516: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.