Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
asplundii
ID:
277380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 147 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276712

Common Names

  • Asplundii Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Asplundii
  • Asplundii Pleurothallis Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Acronia asplundii (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos asplundii (Luer) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis asplundii (also called 'Asplund's 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 asplundii 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 asplundii 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 asplundii is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining potting mix that is kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is best done through division of the mature plant or through seed germination.

Where to Find Pleurothallis asplundii

Pleurothallis asplundii is native to Ecuador and can be found in the mountainous regions of the country.

Pleurothallis asplundii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis asplundii?

Pleurothallis asplundii

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis asplundii?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the size of Pleurothallis asplundii?

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,

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