Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acutidentata
ID:
277252

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 43: 314 (1906 publ. 1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276584

Common Names

  • Pleurothallis acutidentata
  • Acutidentata Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis

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Synonyms

  • Specklinia acutidentata (Cogn.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis acutidentata (also called 'Sharp-toothed Pleurothallis', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis acutidentata is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light and humidity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, with a yellowish lip. Seed: small, black, round. Seedlings: small, green, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis acutidentata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pleurothallis acutidentata

Pleurothallis acutidentata is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Bolivia and Peru.

Pleurothallis acutidentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis acutidentata?

Pleurothallis acutidentata

What type of plant is Pleurothallis acutidentata?

Pleurothallis acutidentata is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Pleurothallis acutidentata found?

Pleurothallis acutidentata is found in Colombia.

Species in the Pleurothallis genus

Pleurothallis abortiva, Pleurothallis acestrophylla, Pleurothallis acutidentata, Pleurothallis acutilabia, Pleurothallis adeleae, Pleurothallis adelphe, Pleurothallis adonis, Pleurothallis aggeris, Pleurothallis alborosea, Pleurothallis allenii, Pleurothallis alopex, Pleurothallis altimonile, Pleurothallis alvaroi, Pleurothallis alveolata, Pleurothallis ambyx, Pleurothallis amphigya, Pleurothallis amplectens, Pleurothallis anceps, Pleurothallis andina, Pleurothallis ankyloglossa, Pleurothallis annectens, Pleurothallis antennifera, Pleurothallis anthrax, Pleurothallis apopsis, Pleurothallis aporosis, Pleurothallis applanata, Pleurothallis arachnopsis, Pleurothallis archicolonae, Pleurothallis archidonae, Pleurothallis archidonopsis, Pleurothallis arctata, Pleurothallis arietina, Pleurothallis ascera, Pleurothallis aspergillum, Pleurothallis asplundii, Pleurothallis atrohiata, Pleurothallis aurita, Pleurothallis bahorucensis, Pleurothallis bangii, Pleurothallis barbata, Pleurothallis batrachus, Pleurothallis baudoensis, Pleurothallis belocardia, Pleurothallis bevilacquana, Pleurothallis bicallosa, Pleurothallis bicochlearis, Pleurothallis bicornis, Pleurothallis bicruris, Pleurothallis biserrula, Pleurothallis bitumida,

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