Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
epiglottis
ID:
277921

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46: 365 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277253



Common Names

  • Epiglottis Pleurothallis
  • Epiglottis's Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Epiglottis


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Synonyms

  • Zosterophyllanthos epiglottis (Luer) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
  • Acronia epiglottis (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis epiglottis (also called 'Epiglottis' or 'Epiglottis Pleurothallis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect stem, reaching up to 1 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 epiglottis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis epiglottis is small and white with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed that is about 1mm in diameter. The seedlings are small and thin with white stems and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis epiglottis is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a potting mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Pleurothallis epiglottis

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

Pleurothallis epiglottis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis epiglottis?

Pleurothallis epiglottis

What is the family of Pleurothallis epiglottis?

Orchidaceae

What are the common names of Pleurothallis epiglottis?

Epiglottis Pleurothallis, Epiglottis 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