Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hoehne) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 120 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836620
Common Names
- Pabstiella matinhensis
- Matinhensis Pabstiella
- Matinhensis Wild Orchid
Description
Pabstiella matinhensis (also called Pabstiella matinhensis, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its small, white flowers and its thin, elongated leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in the rainforest understory.
Uses & Benefits
Pabstiella matinhensis 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 matinhensis are small and white with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pabstiella matinhensis can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Pabstiella matinhensis
Pabstiella matinhensis is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Pabstiella matinhensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pabstiella matinhensis?
Pabstiella matinhensis
What type of plant is Pabstiella matinhensis?
Pabstiella matinhensis is a species of orchid.
Where is Pabstiella matinhensis found?
Pabstiella matinhensis is found in Brazil.
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,