Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
distans
ID:
1332987

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.O'Byrne & Gokusing

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 16: 24 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345441





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Description

Pinalia distans (also called 'Distant Pinalia' and 'Distant Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small epiphyte with a thin stem, reaching a maximum height of around 10 cm. It has thin, leathery leaves and small, yellowish flowers with a white labellum. It grows in humid, shady forests, often among mosses and lichens.

Uses & Benefits

Pinalia distans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pinalia distans is a small, white flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinalia distans is an epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of about 1 m (3 ft). It has small, white flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Pinalia distans

Pinalia distans can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Pinalia distans FAQ

What is the common name of Pinalia distans?

Orchid

What is the optimal temperature for Pinalia distans?

65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal light for Pinalia distans?

Medium to bright, indirect light

Species in the Pinalia genus

Pinalia acervata, Pinalia acutifolia, Pinalia amica, Pinalia appendiculata, Pinalia bicolor, Pinalia bipunctata, Pinalia bractescens, Pinalia concolor, Pinalia dasypus, Pinalia elata, Pinalia erecta, Pinalia eriopsidobulbon, Pinalia excavata, Pinalia fitzalanii, Pinalia flavescens, Pinalia floribunda, Pinalia graminifolia, Pinalia leucantha, Pinalia lineata, Pinalia maingayi, Pinalia merguensis, Pinalia multiflora, Pinalia myristiciformis, Pinalia mysorensis, Pinalia obesa, Pinalia pachystachya, Pinalia polystachya, Pinalia polyura, Pinalia profusa, Pinalia pumila, Pinalia recurvata, Pinalia reticosa, Pinalia rimannii, Pinalia ringens, Pinalia saccifera, Pinalia tricolor, Pinalia rhynchostyloides, Pinalia barbifrons, Pinalia carnicolor, Pinalia compacta, Pinalia curranii, Pinalia cylindrostachya, Pinalia dagamensis, Pinalia densa, Pinalia hutchinsoniana, Pinalia jarensis, Pinalia longicruris, Pinalia longilabris, Pinalia lyonii, Pinalia macera,

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

Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Linus Gokusing: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gokusing' in the authors string.