Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ascera
ID:
277375

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20: 36 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276707

Common Names

  • Ascera Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Ascera
  • Ascera Pleurothallis Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Acronia ascera (Luer & R.Escobar) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos ascera (Luer & R.Escobar) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis ascera (also called 'Smooth Pleurothallis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical Americas. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1000-3000 meters. It has a short stem and two to four leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis ascera 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 ascera 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 ascera 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 ascera

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

Pleurothallis ascera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis ascera?

Pleurothallis ascera

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis ascera?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the size of Pleurothallis ascera?

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-159354: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.