Palmorchis kuhlmannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kuhlmannii
ID:
264161
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) L.O.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 1(5): 11 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263493
Common Names
- Palmorchis kuhlmannii
- Kuhlmannii Palmorchis
- Palmorchis Kuh
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- Neobartlettia kuhlmannii Schltr. [unknown]
- Neobartlettia kuhlamannii Schltr. [deprecated]
Description
Palmorchis kuhlmannii (also called Kuhlmann's Palmorchis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America, found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small orchid with a solitary stem, up to 30 cm tall, with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The leaves are lanceolate, up to 10 cm long, with up to 5 flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Palmorchis kuhlmannii is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Palmorchis kuhlmannii is yellowish-white with purple-brown stripes. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palmorchis kuhlmannii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Palmorchis kuhlmannii
Palmorchis kuhlmannii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Palmorchis kuhlmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palmorchis kuhlmannii?
Palmorchis kuhlmannii
What type of plant is Palmorchis kuhlmannii?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Palmorchis kuhlmannii?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Palmorchis genus
Palmorchis colombiana, Palmorchis deceptorius, Palmorchis duckei, Palmorchis guianensis, Palmorchis imuyaensis, Palmorchis kuhlmannii, Palmorchis lobulata, Palmorchis nitida, Palmorchis pabstii, Palmorchis paludicola, Palmorchis pandurata, Palmorchis powellii, Palmorchis prospectorum, Palmorchis puber, Palmorchis pubescentis, Palmorchis silvicola, Palmorchis sobralioides, Palmorchis sordida, Palmorchis trilobulata, Palmorchis trinotata, Palmorchis eidae, Palmorchis caxiuanensis, Palmorchis pubescens, Palmorchis blancae, Palmorchis liberolabellata, Palmorchis loretana, Palmorchis yavarensis, Palmorchis carlos-parrae, Palmorchis fractiflexa, Palmorchis maculata, Palmorchis misas-urretae, Palmorchis valdiviesoana,
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
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:181315-2: Based on the initial data import