Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pyramidalis
ID:
256365

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 35: 310 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255697

Common Names

  • Pyramidalis Spider Orchid
  • Arachnothryx pyramidalis
  • Pyramidal Spider Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Rondeletia pyramidalis Lundell [valid]

Description

Arachnothryx pyramidalis (also called 'Pyramidal Spider Orchid' and 'Pyramidal Arachnothryx', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Costa Rica. It is found in cloud forests, growing as an epiphyte on trees and shrubs. It has long, thin, green leaves and white and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Arachnothryx pyramidalis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arachnothryx pyramidalis is a bright yellow, with a white lip and a yellow column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachnothryx pyramidalis is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama. It is a fairly easy to grow orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced orchid fertilizer.

Where to Find Arachnothryx pyramidalis

Arachnothryx pyramidalis can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Arachnothryx pyramidalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachnothryx pyramidalis?

Arachnothryx pyramidalis

What is the common name of Arachnothryx pyramidalis?

Pyramidal Spider Orchid

What type of environment does Arachnothryx pyramidalis prefer?

Arachnothryx pyramidalis prefers a humid environment with partial shade.

Species in the Arachnothryx genus

Arachnothryx aspera, Arachnothryx bertieroides, Arachnothryx bourgaei, Arachnothryx brenesii, Arachnothryx buddleioides, Arachnothryx calycophylla, Arachnothryx calycosa, Arachnothryx capitellata, Arachnothryx caucana, Arachnothryx chaconis, Arachnothryx chiapensis, Arachnothryx chimboracensis, Arachnothryx chiriquiana, Arachnothryx colombiana, Arachnothryx costanensis, Arachnothryx cupreiflora, Arachnothryx darienensis, Arachnothryx discolor, Arachnothryx dwyeri, Arachnothryx educta, Arachnothryx euryphylla, Arachnothryx evansii, Arachnothryx fosbergii, Arachnothryx garciae, Arachnothryx ginetteae, Arachnothryx glabrata, Arachnothryx gonzaleoides, Arachnothryx gracilis, Arachnothryx gracilispica, Arachnothryx guerrerensis, Arachnothryx guettardioides, Arachnothryx heteranthera, Arachnothryx hispidula, Arachnothryx jurgensenii, Arachnothryx laniflora, Arachnothryx leucophylla, Arachnothryx linguiformis, Arachnothryx lojensis, Arachnothryx macrocalyx, Arachnothryx manantlanensis, Arachnothryx mexicana, Arachnothryx monteverdensis, Arachnothryx myriantha, Arachnothryx nebulosa, Arachnothryx nitida, Arachnothryx ovandensis, Arachnothryx ovata, Arachnothryx pansamalana, Arachnothryx perezii, Arachnothryx peruviana,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-13916: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.