Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pleurothallopsis
ID:
491472

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 254 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490804

Common Names

  • Phloeophila pleurothallopsis
  • Pleurothallopsis Phloeophila
  • Phloeophila Pleurothallopsis

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Synonyms

  • Ophidion pleurothallopsis (Kraenzl.) Luer [unknown]
  • Cryptophoranthus auriculatus Garay [unknown]
  • Cryptophoranthus pleurothallopsis Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis (also called 'Lance-leaf Phloeophila', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in the understory of montane forests. It has a rosette of lance-shaped leaves with a single stem bearing a single flower.

Uses & Benefits

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it can also be grown in containers. The leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round and are usually reddish-brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis can be propagated through division of the rhizome. It should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Phloeophila pleurothallopsis

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis is found in the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis FAQ

What is the common name of Phloeophila pleurothallopsis?

Pleurothallopsis

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallopsis?

Phloeophila pleurothallopsis

Where is Phloeophila pleurothallopsis found?

It is native to South America and is found in moist, shady areas.

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-257798: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' 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.