Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
loejtnantii
ID:
278387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 11: 166 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277719



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Loejtnantii
  • Loejtnantii Pleurothallis
  • Loejtnantii Orchid


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Description

Pleurothallis loejtnantii (also called Loejtnantii Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Brazil, where it grows in humid forests and on trees in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis loejtnantii has been used in traditional medicine for treating stomach problems, skin diseases, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis loejtnantii 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 loejtnantii is a small epiphytic orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a cool to warm growing species that prefers partial shade and humid conditions. It can be grown in a pot or basket with a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Pleurothallis loejtnantii

Pleurothallis loejtnantii can be found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Pleurothallis loejtnantii FAQ

What is the light requirement for Pleurothallis loejtnantii?

Pleurothallis loejtnantii prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the temperature range for Pleurothallis loejtnantii?

Pleurothallis loejtnantii prefers temperatures between 55-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the water requirement for Pleurothallis loejtnantii?

Pleurothallis loejtnantii should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.

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,

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