Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
joannae
ID:
1326984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Res. Conservation 29: 30 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339438





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Description

Pelexia joannae (also called Joanna's pelexia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pelexia joannae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pelexia joannae has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelexia joannae is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Propagation can be done through division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist and warm.

Where to Find Pelexia joannae

Pelexia joannae is native to the tropical forests of Central America.

Pelexia joannae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelexia joannae?

Pelexia joannae

What is the common name of Pelexia joannae?

Joanna's Pelexia

What is the natural habitat of Pelexia joannae?

Open woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Pelexia genus

Pelexia adnata, Pelexia albicans, Pelexia arrabidae, Pelexia asinus, Pelexia bonariensis, Pelexia bradei, Pelexia burgeri, Pelexia callifera, Pelexia caucae, Pelexia collocaliae, Pelexia comosa, Pelexia congesta, Pelexia cuculligera, Pelexia cundinamarcae, Pelexia decora, Pelexia delicatula, Pelexia ecuadorensis, Pelexia ekmanii, Pelexia fiebrigii, Pelexia funckiana, Pelexia goninensis, Pelexia goyazensis, Pelexia gracilis, Pelexia gutturosa, Pelexia hamata, Pelexia hirta, Pelexia hysterantha, Pelexia incurvidens, Pelexia itatiayae, Pelexia laminata, Pelexia laxa, Pelexia leucosticta, Pelexia lindmanii, Pelexia loefgrenii, Pelexia longibracteata, Pelexia luetzelburgii, Pelexia macropoda, Pelexia mandonii, Pelexia mattogrossensis, Pelexia matucanensis, Pelexia maxonii, Pelexia minarum, Pelexia mouraei, Pelexia neottiorhiza, Pelexia novofriburgensis, Pelexia obliqua, Pelexia ochyrae, Pelexia oestrifera, Pelexia olivacea, Pelexia orobanchoides,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.