Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
oeonioides
ID:
808385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 29: 14 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807719

Common Names

  • Angraecum oeonioides
  • Oeonioides Orchid
  • Tiny Orchid

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Description

Angraecum oeonioides (also called Star of Bethlehem Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Madagascar. It has long, thin leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in humid forests, and can be found in elevations up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Angraecum oeonioides is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments like fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Angraecum oeonioides has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angraecum oeonioides is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Angraecum oeonioides

Angraecum oeonioides can be found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.

Angraecum oeonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angraecum oeonioides?

Angraecum oeonioides

What are the common names of Angraecum oeonioides?

Oeonioides Angraecum

What is the natural habitat of Angraecum oeonioides?

Dry, rocky slopes in 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,

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