Angraecum sacciferum

• Angraecum sacciferum by Martin Rautenbach

Description

Dwarf twig epiphyte, with stems up to 40mm long. Leaves 4-8, stiff, nearly erect, strap shaped, unevenly bilobed. Inflorescences, near lateral, one to several, emerging below the leaves and carrying one to five flowers, which are lime green in colour.

Distribution in South Africa

From Limpopo in the north, through Mpumulanga, KwaZulu Natal, the Eastern Cape and into the south-western part of the Western Cape.   

 
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Typical habitat

Localised, but often abundant in cool, moist forests, from near sea level to 1800m.  

Flowering Period

This species typically flowers between November and March.   

Distribution elsewhere in Africa

Widespread in tropical Africa.  

Conservation Status

As it is abundant in certain areas, not regarded as being endangered.  

All indigenous orchids are protected under South African legislation as well as CITES regulations.

References and additional information

Johnson, S.D., Bytebier, B., Stärker, H. (2010). Orchids of South Africa: A field guide. Struik Nature, Cape Town, South Africa.
La Croix, I.F., la Croix, E. (1997). African Orchids in the Wild and in Cultivation. Timber Press, Portland, Oregon, USA.

This genus and species article was written by Duncan Mc Farlane and published 2019-04-29.
Proof read and published by Karsten Wodrich.

Images

• Angraecum sacciferum by Martin Rautenbach