Description
Angraecum coutrixii (also called 'Coutrix's Angraecum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in wet lowland forests. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing up to 1 m tall, with elliptic to ovate leaves, up to 10 cm long, and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Angraecum coutrixii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, fragrant, star-shaped. Seed: Small, brown, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Angraecum coutrixii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.