Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
viridis
ID:
262592

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bradea 1: 308 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261924



Common Names

  • Pabstia viridis
  • Viridis Pabstia
  • Pabstia


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Synonyms

  • Maxillaria viridis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Maxillaria viridis platysepala Regel [unknown]
  • Pabstia triptera (Rolfe) Garay [unknown]
  • Pabstia viridis parviflora (Hoehne) Garay [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum viride Schltr. [unknown]
  • Colax viridis pluriflora Cogn. [unknown]
  • Colax tripterus Rolfe [unknown]
  • Colax viridis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Colax viridis parviflorus Hoehne [unknown]

Description

Pabstia viridis (also called Green Pabstia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Brazil and Paraguay. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstia viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pabstia viridis is a white or yellowish-white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pabstia viridis is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pabstia viridis

Pabstia viridis can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pabstia viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pabstia viridis?

Pabstia viridis

What is the common name of Pabstia viridis?

Green Pabstia

What is the natural habitat of Pabstia viridis?

Dry forests and scrublands

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-145093: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.