Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
277712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. & Wagener

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 2: 26 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277044



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Cordifolia
  • Heart-Leaf Pleurothallis
  • Heart-Shaped Pleurothallis


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia cordifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis veraguacensis Luer [unknown]
  • Acronia cordifolia (Rchb.f. & Wagener) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos cordifolius (Rchb.f. & Wagener) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis cordifolia (also called Cordifolia Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with a small size, reaching up to 4 cm in height. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in montane forests, at elevations of 1500 to 2700 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis cordifolia is small and white with a yellow-green lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis cordifolia 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 cordifolia

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

Pleurothallis cordifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Pleurothallis cordifolia?

Heart-leaved Pleurothallis

What type of soil is best for Pleurothallis cordifolia?

Well-draining, humus-rich soil with a neutral pH

What is the ideal temperature range for Pleurothallis cordifolia?

60-85°F (16-29°C)

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-159662: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Philipp Christian Wagener: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagener' in the authors string.