Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
castanea
ID:
1318247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mark Wilson, G.Merino & J.D.Werner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 16: 358 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330701



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis castanea
  • Castanea Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Castanea


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Description

Pleurothallis castanea (also called Castanea Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is an orchid native to South America. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis castanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurothallis castanea has small, green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis castanea is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, but do not over-water. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pleurothallis castanea

Pleurothallis castanea can be found in the Caribbean region.

Pleurothallis castanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis castanea?

Pleurothallis castanea

What is the common name of Pleurothallis castanea?

Chestnut Pleurothallis

What type of plant is Pleurothallis castanea?

Orchid

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

Gilberto Merino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Merino' in the authors string.
Mark Wilson (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mark Wilson' in the authors string.
Jon D. Werner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.D.Werner' in the authors string.