Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gracilenta
ID:
340260

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & R.Vásquez) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 248 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339592

Common Names

  • Gracilenta Anathallis
  • Gracilenta Moss
  • Moss Anathallis

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis gracilenta Luer & R.Vásquez [unknown]
  • Specklinia gracilenta (Luer & R.Vásquez) Luer [unknown]

Description

Anathallis gracilenta (also called Gracilenta Anthillis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama. It has a short stem and small, ovate leaves with a distinct yellow-green coloration. It is found in humid, shady habitats, often growing on mossy tree trunks or branches.

Uses & Benefits

Anathallis gracilenta is used as an ornamental plant and for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anathallis gracilenta is a small, yellow-green cup-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anathallis gracilenta can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Anathallis gracilenta

Anathallis gracilenta can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Anathallis gracilenta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anathallis gracilenta?

Anathallis gracilenta

What is the common name of Anathallis gracilenta?

Gracile

What is the natural habitat of Anathallis gracilenta?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America

Species in the Anathallis genus

Anathallis abbreviata, Anathallis acuminata, Anathallis adenochila, Anathallis anderssonii, Anathallis angustilabia, Anathallis ariasii, Anathallis attenuata, Anathallis barbulata, Anathallis bleyensis, Anathallis brevipes, Anathallis carnosifolia, Anathallis casualis, Anathallis ciliolata, Anathallis clandestina, Anathallis comayaguensis, Anathallis concinna, Anathallis coripatae, Anathallis corticicola, Anathallis cuspidata, Anathallis dalessandroi, Anathallis dimidia, Anathallis dolichopus, Anathallis dryadum, Anathallis endresii, Anathallis ferdinandiana, Anathallis fernandiana, Anathallis flammea, Anathallis gehrtii, Anathallis gert-hatschbachii, Anathallis githaginea, Anathallis gracilenta, Anathallis greenwoodii, Anathallis guarujaensis, Anathallis haberi, Anathallis helmutii, Anathallis imbricata, Anathallis involuta, Anathallis iota, Anathallis jesupiorum, Anathallis jordanensis, Anathallis kautskyi, Anathallis lagarophyta, Anathallis lewisiae, Anathallis linearifolia, Anathallis maguirei, Anathallis malmeana, Anathallis mediocarinata, Anathallis megaloophora, Anathallis meridana, Anathallis microblephara,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-219822: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.