Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
petersiana
ID:
340304

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 250 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339636

Common Names

  • Peters' Anathallis
  • Anathallis petersiana
  • Peters' Jewel Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis petersiana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Specklinia petersiana (Schltr.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Anathallis petersiana (also called Peters' Anathallis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador. It grows in humid, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,500 m (4,900 ft). It has a small, compact habit, with short, fleshy leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anathallis petersiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anathallis petersiana is a small white or yellowish flower with a short tube and five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small and have a single, white leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anathallis petersiana can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a light, well-drained soil and a position in part shade. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with temperatures between 18-25°C (64-77°F). Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Reduce watering in winter. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anathallis petersiana

Anathallis petersiana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Anathallis petersiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anathallis petersiana?

Anathallis petersiana

What is the common name of Anathallis petersiana?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Anathallis petersiana?

Tropical rainforest

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-219862: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' 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.