Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
helmutii
ID:
340265

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoehne) F.Barros

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 30: 187 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339597

Common Names

  • Anathallis helmutii
  • Helmutii Anathallis
  • Anathallis Helmutii

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis helmutii Hoehne [unknown]
  • Specklinia helmutii (Hoehne) Luer [unknown]
  • Panmorphia helmutii (Hoehne) Luer [unknown]

Description

Anathallis helmutii (also called Helmut's 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 helmutii is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anathallis helmutii 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 helmutii 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 helmutii

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

Anathallis helmutii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anathallis helmutii?

Anathallis helmutii

What is the natural habitat of Anathallis helmutii?

It is found in wet montane forests in Costa Rica and Panama.

What is the flowering season of Anathallis helmutii?

It flowers from April to June.

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-219827: Based on the initial data import
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.