Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
folsomii
ID:
1276389

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & Endara) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
tro

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122: 76 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275727



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis folsomii
  • Folsom's Pleurothallis
  • Folsom's Orchid


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Description

Pleurothallis folsomii (also called Folsom's Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that typically grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in humid forests. It has bright green leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis folsomii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurothallis folsomii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis folsomii is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pleurothallis folsomii

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

Pleurothallis folsomii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis folsomii?

Pleurothallis folsomii

What is the common name of Pleurothallis folsomii?

Folsom's Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis folsomii?

Tropical moist forests in Central America

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Lorena Endara (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endara' in the authors string.