Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tuerckheimiana
ID:
1322630

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pax & K.Hoffm.) A.L.Melo & Esser

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 81: 35 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335084



Common Names

  • Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana
  • Tuerckheimiana Pleradenophora
  • Pleradenophora's Tuerckheimiana


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Description

Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana (also called 'Tuerckheim's Pleradenophora', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in moist forests and grassy slopes. It has a rhizome root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are white or pink, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and long, curved stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana: Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in the spring or summer, and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana

Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana can be found in Mexico.

Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana?

Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana

What is the natural habitat of Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the blooming period of Pleradenophora tuerckheimiana?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.
Andrê Laurenio de Melo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Melo' in the authors string.