Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 250 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339653
Common Names
- Anathallis sclerophylla
- Sclerophylla Anathallis
- Anathallis Sclerophylla
Synonyms
- Humboltia sclerophylla Kuntze [unknown]
- Humboltia stenopetala (Lodd. ex Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Pleurothallis listrostachys Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis ottonis Schltr. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis peregrina Ames [unknown]
- Pleurothallis sclerophylla Lindl. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis stenopetala Lodd. ex Lindl. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis tricora Schltr. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis triura Schltr. [unknown]
- Pleurothallis urosepala F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Specklinia sclerophylla (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]
- Zosterophyllanthos stenopetalus (Lodd. ex Lindl.) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
- Anathallis secunda Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
- Stelis sclerophylla (Lindl.) Karremans [unknown]
Description
Anathallis sclerophylla (also called Sclerophyllous 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 thick and leathery.
Uses & Benefits
Anathallis sclerophylla 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 sclerophylla 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anathallis sclerophylla 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 sclerophylla
Anathallis sclerophylla can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Anathallis sclerophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anathallis sclerophylla?
Anathallis sclerophylla
What is the common name of Anathallis sclerophylla?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Anathallis sclerophylla?
Found in wet forests in Central America
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,