Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microcardia
ID:
278502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 3: 72 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277834



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis microcardia
  • Microcardia Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia microcardia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis chachatoynsis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis cundinamarcae Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis stenosepala Rolfe [unknown]
  • Acronia microcardia (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos stenosepalus (Rolfe) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos microcardia (Rchb.f.) Szlach. & Kolan. [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis microcardia (also called Microcardia Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with an erect stem and a single leaf. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis microcardia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of medicines and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis microcardia is small and white, with a yellowish lip. The seed is small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis microcardia is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation.

Where to Find Pleurothallis microcardia

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

Pleurothallis microcardia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis microcardia?

Pleurothallis microcardia

What type of plant is Pleurothallis microcardia?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis microcardia?

Tropical forests of Central and South 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