Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ghillanyi
ID:
837304

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pabst) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 119 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836639



Common Names

  • Pabstiella ghillanyi
  • Ghillanyi Pabstiella
  • Ghillanyi's Leaf Flower


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Description

Pabstiella ghillanyi (also called Ghillany's pabstiella, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has a rhizome root system and grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of yellow and orange. It is found in moist, shady areas in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstiella ghillanyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pabstiella ghillanyi are small and white with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pabstiella ghillanyi is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pabstiella ghillanyi

Pabstiella ghillanyi is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Pabstiella ghillanyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pabstiella ghillanyi?

Pabstiella ghillanyi

What is the natural habitat of Pabstiella ghillanyi?

It is found in moist forests and woodlands.

What is the flowering period of Pabstiella ghillanyi?

It flowers from April to June.

Species in the Pabstiella genus

Pabstiella mirabilis, Pabstiella aryter, Pabstiella determannii, Pabstiella syringodes, Pabstiella tripterantha, Pabstiella yauaperyensis, Pabstiella parvifolia, Pabstiella wacketii, Pabstiella verboonenii, Pabstiella versicolor, Pabstiella aveniformis, Pabstiella arcuata, Pabstiella alligatorifera, Pabstiella calcarata, Pabstiella crassicaulis, Pabstiella cordilabia, Pabstiella conspersa, Pabstiella castellensis, Pabstiella carrisii, Pabstiella carinifera, Pabstiella bradei, Pabstiella bacillaris, Pabstiella campestris, Pabstiella truncicola, Pabstiella uniflora, Pabstiella vellozoana, Pabstiella pellifeloidis, Pabstiella piraquarensis, Pabstiella leucopyramis, Pabstiella lineolata, Pabstiella gracilicaulis, Pabstiella curti-bradei, Pabstiella fasciata, Pabstiella fluminensis, Pabstiella elegantula, Pabstiella ephemera, Pabstiella lingua, Pabstiella matinhensis, Pabstiella miragliae, Pabstiella ghillanyi, Pabstiella garayi, Pabstiella miniato-lineolata, Pabstiella pleurothalloides, Pabstiella sordida, Pabstiella sarcopetala, Pabstiella ruschii, Pabstiella robertoi, Pabstiella quadridentata, Pabstiella pristeoglossa, Pabstiella rubrolineata,

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

Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.