Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macropoda
ID:
337862

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 244 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337194

Common Names

  • Macropoda Orchid
  • Large-Footed Orchid
  • Large-Footed Slipper Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis macropoda Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis macropoda laevis Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Acianthera macropoda (also called Macropoda 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 macropoda 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

Acianthera macropoda has small white flowers with yellow lips and yellow-green sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera macropoda 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 macropoda

Acianthera macropoda is native to Brazil.

Acianthera macropoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acianthera macropoda?

Acianthera macropoda

What type of plant is Acianthera macropoda?

Acianthera macropoda is an epiphytic orchid.

Where is Acianthera macropoda found?

Acianthera macropoda is found in Colombia 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217538: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.