Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cornucopiae
ID:
976771

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 6: 265 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000976109

Common Names

  • Cornucopiae Angraecum
  • Horn of Plenty Angraecum
  • Cornucopiae Angraecum

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Description

Angraecum cornucopiae (also called 'Horn of Plenty Angraecum', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to Madagascar. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with a long spur. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, coastal areas, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum cornucopiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Angraecum cornucopiae are white, with a yellowish-green center. They are borne in clusters of up to five flowers, and have a sweet, pleasant scent. Seed: The seeds of Angraecum cornucopiae are small, oval-shaped, and brown in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Angraecum cornucopiae are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum cornucopiae is a species of orchid that is native to Madagascar. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid forests at elevations of 500-900 m. It is best grown in a well-draining medium, such as bark or sphagnum moss, and should be kept in bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or through seed germination.

Where to Find Angraecum cornucopiae

Angraecum cornucopiae is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Angraecum genus

Angraecum platycornu, Angraecum sanfordii, Angraecum oeonioides, Angraecum corrugatum, Angraecum acutipetalum, Angraecum affine, Angraecum alleizettei, Angraecum aloifolium, Angraecum ambrense, Angraecum amplexicaule, Angraecum ampullaceum, Angraecum andasibense, Angraecum andringitranum, Angraecum angustipetalum, Angraecum angustum, Angraecum ankeranense, Angraecum aporoides, Angraecum appendiculatum, Angraecum appendiculoides, Angraecum arachnites, Angraecum astroarche, Angraecum aviceps, Angraecum bancoense, Angraecum baronii, Angraecum bemarivoense, Angraecum bicallosum, Angraecum birrimense, Angraecum borbonicum, Angraecum brachyrhopalon, Angraecum bracteosum, Angraecum breve, Angraecum brevicornu, Angraecum cadetii, Angraecum calceolus, Angraecum caricifolium, Angraecum caulescens, Angraecum chaetopodum, Angraecum chamaeanthus, Angraecum chermezonii, Angraecum chimanimaniense, Angraecum cilaosianum, Angraecum claessensii, Angraecum clareae, Angraecum clavigerum, Angraecum compactum, Angraecum compressicaule, Angraecum conchiferum, Angraecum conchoglossum, Angraecum cordemoyi, Angraecum coriaceum,

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,