Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) P.J.Cribb
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 13: 174 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282934
Common Names
- Eulophia angornensis
- Angorn Eulophia
- Angornensis Eulophia
Description
Eulophia angornensis (also called Angorn's Eulophia, among many other common names) is an orchid native to Africa. It grows up to 30 cm in height and has white flowers. It is found in grasslands, savannas and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eulophia angornensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture-making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eulophia angornensis has yellow flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eulophia angornensis is an orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Eulophia angornensis
Eulophia angornensis is native to India and can be found in the Tropical and Subtropical Moist Broadleaf Forests biome.
Eulophia angornensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eulophia angornensis?
Eulophia angornensis
What is the family of Eulophia angornensis?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Eulophia angornensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Eulophia genus
Eulophia borbonica,
Eulophia lenbrassii,
Eulophia abyssinica,
Eulophia aculeata,
Eulophia acutilabra,
Eulophia adenoglossa,
Eulophia albobrunnea,
Eulophia aloifolia,
Eulophia alta,
Eulophia amblyosepala,
Eulophia andamanensis,
Eulophia angolensis,
Eulophia angustilabris,
Eulophia antunesii,
Eulophia arenicola,
Eulophia aurantiaca,
Eulophia barteri,
Eulophia bicallosa,
Eulophia biloba,
Eulophia bisaccata,
Eulophia borneensis,
Eulophia bouliawongo,
Eulophia brachycentra,
Eulophia bracteosa,
Eulophia brenanii,
Eulophia brevipetala,
Eulophia buettneri,
Eulophia burundiensis,
Eulophia calantha,
Eulophia calanthoides,
Eulophia callichroma,
Eulophia campbellii,
Eulophia caricifolia,
Eulophia carsonii,
Eulophia chaunanthe,
Eulophia chilangensis,
Eulophia chlorantha,
Eulophia chrysoglossoides,
Eulophia clandestina,
Eulophia clitellifer,
Eulophia coddii,
Eulophia coeloglossa,
Eulophia cooperi,
Eulophia corymbosa,
Eulophia cristata,
Eulophia cucullata,
Eulophia dabia,
Eulophia dactylifera,
Eulophia dahliana,
Eulophia densiflora,
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,