Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
reticulatus
ID:
555797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) C.B.Rob.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 6: 19 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555129

Common Names

  • Astrothalamus reticulatus
  • Netted Star Orchid
  • Star Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Maoutia reticulata Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Astrothalamus reticulatus (also called Netted Thalamus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, branching stems and small, ovate leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Astrothalamus reticulatus is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astrothalamus reticulatus has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrothalamus reticulatus is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Astrothalamus reticulatus

Astrothalamus reticulatus is native to the tropical forests of Central America and South America.

Astrothalamus reticulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrothalamus reticulatus?

Astrothalamus reticulatus

What is the common name of Astrothalamus reticulatus?

Reticulated Astrothalamus

What is the natural habitat of Astrothalamus reticulatus?

Astrothalamus reticulatus is native to the Mexican states of Coahuila, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Tamaulipas.

Species in the Astrothalamus genus

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

References

Charles Budd Robinson (1871-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Rob.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:850465-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.