Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
xanthocheila
ID:
914792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) W.Suarez & Cootes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 16: 70 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914127

Common Names

  • Pinalia xanthocheila
  • Xanthocheila Pinalia
  • Xanthocheila Pinalia Orchid

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Description

Pinalia xanthocheila (also called Yellow-lipped Pinalia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a compact, upright growth habit with long, thin, branching stems covered in small, glossy leaves. Its flowers are white with a yellow lip, and it is found growing on tree trunks and branches in humid, shady environments.

Uses & Benefits

Pinalia xanthocheila is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in tropical climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Pinalia xanthocheila is white and fragrant. Seed is small, round and black. Seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinalia xanthocheila is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is an easy to grow species that requires warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or perlite. Propagation is done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Pinalia xanthocheila

Pinalia xanthocheila can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Species in the Pinalia genus

Pinalia acervata, Pinalia acutifolia, Pinalia amica, Pinalia appendiculata, Pinalia bicolor, Pinalia bipunctata, Pinalia bractescens, Pinalia concolor, Pinalia dasypus, Pinalia elata, Pinalia erecta, Pinalia eriopsidobulbon, Pinalia excavata, Pinalia fitzalanii, Pinalia flavescens, Pinalia floribunda, Pinalia graminifolia, Pinalia leucantha, Pinalia lineata, Pinalia maingayi, Pinalia merguensis, Pinalia multiflora, Pinalia myristiciformis, Pinalia mysorensis, Pinalia obesa, Pinalia pachystachya, Pinalia polystachya, Pinalia polyura, Pinalia profusa, Pinalia pumila, Pinalia recurvata, Pinalia reticosa, Pinalia rimannii, Pinalia ringens, Pinalia saccifera, Pinalia tricolor, Pinalia rhynchostyloides, Pinalia barbifrons, Pinalia carnicolor, Pinalia compacta, Pinalia curranii, Pinalia cylindrostachya, Pinalia dagamensis, Pinalia densa, Pinalia hutchinsoniana, Pinalia jarensis, Pinalia longicruris, Pinalia longilabris, Pinalia lyonii, Pinalia macera,

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-459088: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Wally Suarez (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Suarez' in the authors string.
James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.