Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
imbaburae
ID:
278202

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 163 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277534



Common Names

  • Imbaburae Pleurothallis
  • Imbaburae Orchid
  • Imbaburae Fairy Orchid


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Description

Pleurothallis imbaburae (also called 'Imbaburae' or 'Imbaburae 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 imbaburae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis imbaburae is small, white and has a yellow lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis imbaburae 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 imbaburae

Pleurothallis imbaburae is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Pleurothallis imbaburae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis imbaburae?

Pleurothallis imbaburae

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis imbaburae?

It is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the blooming season of Pleurothallis imbaburae?

It blooms in the spring and summer.

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-160111: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.