Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cedrinorum
ID:
277598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Dalström

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 152 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276930



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Cedrinorum
  • Cedrinorum Pleurothallis
  • Cedrinorum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis embreei Luer & Hirtz [unknown]
  • Acronia cedrinorum (Luer & Dalström) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos cedrinorum (Luer & Dalström) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos embreei (Luer & Hirtz) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis cedrinorum (also called 'Cedrinorum' or 'Cedrino', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect stem, reaching up to 2 cm in height. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis cedrinorum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also known to attract beneficial insects like bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis cedrinorum is small and white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis cedrinorum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer, and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained medium with high humidity and bright, indirect light. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-drained medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. Plants should be grown in a well-drained medium with high humidity and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pleurothallis cedrinorum

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

Pleurothallis cedrinorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis cedrinorum?

Pleurothallis cedrinorum

What is the family of Pleurothallis cedrinorum?

Orchidaceae

What are the common names of Pleurothallis cedrinorum?

Cedarwood Pleurothallis, Cedarwood 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-159559: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.