Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gracilipedunculata
ID:
278078

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foldats

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 3: 374 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277410



Common Names

  • Gracilipedunculata Pleurothallis
  • Gracilipedunculata's Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Gracilipedunculata


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Synonyms

  • Acronia gracilipedunculata (Foldats) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata (also called Gracile-peduncled Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic plant with thin, branching stems and small, ovate leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata is small, yellowish-green and has a curved lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. The seed should be sown on a mix of peat and perlite and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata

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

Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata?

Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata

What type of plant is Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata?

Orchid

Where is Pleurothallis gracilipedunculata native to?

Colombia

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-159999: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.