Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
archidonopsis
ID:
277358

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 42. 1999 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XVIII

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276690

Common Names

  • Archidonopsis Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Archidonopsis
  • Archidonopsis Pleurothallis Orchid

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Description

Pleurothallis archidonopsis (also called Archidonopsis Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to China, Vietnam, and Thailand. It has an upright stem with lanceolate leaves and produces fragrant, white flowers with purple spots. It typically grows in grasslands, forest margins, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis archidonopsis is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleurothallis archidonopsis are small and white, with a tubular shape and four petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis archidonopsis is a small epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of cork or tree fern. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining medium. Water regularly and keep the medium moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Pleurothallis archidonopsis

Pleurothallis archidonopsis is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Pleurothallis archidonopsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis archidonopsis?

Pleurothallis archidonopsis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis archidonopsis?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the size of Pleurothallis archidonopsis?

Small, up to 2 cm in height

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-159338: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.