Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oligantha
ID:
337897

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) F.Barros

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 30: 186 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337229

Common Names

  • Acianthera oligantha
  • Oligantha Orchid
  • Oligantha Star Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis oligantha Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Acianthera oligantha (also called 'Oligantha Acianthera', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It grows in wet, humid forests, usually on tree branches or trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera oligantha is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acianthera oligantha has small, white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera oligantha is a small epiphytic orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of wood or bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Acianthera oligantha

Acianthera oligantha is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Acianthera oligantha FAQ

What are the light requirements of Acianthera oligantha?

Acianthera oligantha prefers bright, indirect light.

What kind of soil is best for Acianthera oligantha?

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

How often should Acianthera oligantha be watered?

Acianthera oligantha 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-217571: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.