Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pilipetala
ID:
1306778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Toscano

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 365 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319232

Common Names

  • Anathallis pilipetala
  • Anathallis
  • Pilipetala

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Description

Anathallis pilipetala (also called Anathallis pilipetala, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Brazil. It has a single, thin, upright stem that grows up to 10 cm tall and is covered with small, ovate, fleshy leaves. The small, white flowers are produced in a single, terminal inflorescence. It grows in humid, shady areas of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anathallis pilipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Anathallis pilipetala flower is yellow and has three petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anathallis pilipetala is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.

Where to Find Anathallis pilipetala

Anathallis pilipetala can be found in the Southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Anathallis pilipetala FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Anathallis pilipetala?

Anathallis pilipetala is found in the humid montane forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

What type of plant is Anathallis pilipetala?

Anathallis pilipetala is an epiphytic orchid.

What is the flower size of Anathallis pilipetala?

Anathallis pilipetala has small flowers, measuring about 1 cm in diameter.

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Antonio Luiz Vieira Toscano (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toscano' in the authors string.