Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pleurothalloides
ID:
838413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 120 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837748



Common Names

  • Pabstiella pleurothalloides
  • Pleurothalloides Pabstiella
  • Pleurothalloides's Pabstiella


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Description

Pabstiella pleurothalloides (also called Pleurothallis-like Pabstiella, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is found in Ecuador and Peru, and it prefers humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstiella pleurothalloides is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pabstiella pleurothalloides has small, white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrostria antsalovensis is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that prefers a sunny location. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Pabstiella pleurothalloides

Pabstiella pleurothalloides is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Pabstiella pleurothalloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pabstiella pleurothalloides?

Pabstiella pleurothalloides

What is the common name of Pabstiella pleurothalloides?

Pleurothalloides

What is the natural habitat of Pabstiella pleurothalloides?

Tropical rainforests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-375045: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.