Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rudolfii
ID:
340318

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 250 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339650

Common Names

  • Rudolf's Anathallis
  • Anathallis rudolfii
  • Rudolf's Jewel Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis lasioglossa Schltr. ex Hoehne [illegitimate]
  • Pleurothallis rudolfii Pabst [unknown]
  • Specklinia rudolfii (Pabst) Luer [unknown]
  • Panmorphia rudolfii (Pabst) Luer [unknown]
  • Lankesteriana rudolfii (Pabst) Karremans [unknown]

Description

Anathallis rudolfii (also called Rudolf's Anathallis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet mountain forests. It has a small, greenish-white flower with a yellow lip, and its leaves are lanceolate and pointed.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anathallis rudolfii has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anathallis rudolfii 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 rudolfii

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

Anathallis rudolfii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anathallis rudolfii?

Anathallis rudolfii

What is the common name of Anathallis rudolfii?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Anathallis rudolfii?

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-219875: Based on the initial data import
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' 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.