Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hastulata
ID:
278127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. & Warm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Otia Bot. Hamburg. : 92 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277459



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Hastulata
  • Hastulata Pleurothallis
  • Hastulata Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia hastulata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Specklinia hastulata (Rchb.f. & Warm.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis hastulata (also called Hastulate 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 hastulata 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 hastulata 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 hastulata can be propagated by division and by seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pleurothallis hastulata

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

Pleurothallis hastulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis hastulata?

Pleurothallis hastulata

What type of plant is Pleurothallis hastulata?

Orchid

Where is Pleurothallis hastulata 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-160042: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Johannes Eugenius Bülow Warming (1841-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warm.' in the authors string.