Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
imbricata
ID:
340267

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) F.Barros & F.Pinheiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bradea 8(48): 329 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339599

Common Names

  • Anathallis imbricata
  • Imbricata Anathallis
  • Anathallis Imbricata

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Synonyms

  • Lepanthes imbricata Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis imbricata Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Specklinia imbricata (Barb.Rodr.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Anathallis imbricata (also called Imbricata 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 imbricata 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 imbricata 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 imbricata 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 imbricata

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

Anathallis imbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anathallis imbricata?

Anathallis imbricata

What is the natural habitat of Anathallis imbricata?

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

What is the flowering season of Anathallis imbricata?

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-219829: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.
Fábio Pinheiro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Pinheiro' in the authors string.