Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
canidentis
ID:
277552

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 21(1): 80. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276884



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis canidentis
  • Canidentis Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis


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Synonyms

  • Acronia canidentis (Luer & R.Escobar) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos canidentis (Luer & R.Escobar) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis canidentis (also called Canidentis Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a creeping rhizome and short stems. It is native to Central and South America, and is found growing in wet montane forests. The plant has small, ovate leaves and produces small, white flowers with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis canidentis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis canidentis is white and has a tubular shape. The seed is a small, black, round shape. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis canidentis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a slow-growing plant and can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Pleurothallis canidentis

Pleurothallis canidentis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pleurothallis canidentis FAQ

What is the common name of Pleurothallis canidentis?

Canidentis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis canidentis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Pleurothallis canidentis?

2-3 inches

Species in the Pleurothallis genus

Pleurothallis abortiva, Pleurothallis acestrophylla, Pleurothallis acutidentata, Pleurothallis acutilabia, Pleurothallis adeleae, Pleurothallis adelphe, Pleurothallis adonis, Pleurothallis aggeris, Pleurothallis alborosea, Pleurothallis allenii, Pleurothallis alopex, Pleurothallis altimonile, Pleurothallis alvaroi, Pleurothallis alveolata, Pleurothallis ambyx, Pleurothallis amphigya, Pleurothallis amplectens, Pleurothallis anceps, Pleurothallis andina, Pleurothallis ankyloglossa, Pleurothallis annectens, Pleurothallis antennifera, Pleurothallis anthrax, Pleurothallis apopsis, Pleurothallis aporosis, Pleurothallis applanata, Pleurothallis arachnopsis, Pleurothallis archicolonae, Pleurothallis archidonae, Pleurothallis archidonopsis, Pleurothallis arctata, Pleurothallis arietina, Pleurothallis ascera, Pleurothallis aspergillum, Pleurothallis asplundii, Pleurothallis atrohiata, Pleurothallis aurita, Pleurothallis bahorucensis, Pleurothallis bangii, Pleurothallis barbata, Pleurothallis batrachus, Pleurothallis baudoensis, Pleurothallis belocardia, Pleurothallis bevilacquana, Pleurothallis bicallosa, Pleurothallis bicochlearis, Pleurothallis bicornis, Pleurothallis bicruris, Pleurothallis biserrula, Pleurothallis bitumida,

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-159517: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.