Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mundula
ID:
278571

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 16: 26 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277903



Common Names

  • Mundula Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Mundula
  • Mundula Orchid


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Description

Pleurothallis mundula (also called Mundula 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 mundula 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 mundula 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 mundula can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers to be grown in bright, indirect light and in well-draining soil. Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry, and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pleurothallis mundula

Pleurothallis mundula can be found in Central America, from Costa Rica to Panama.

Pleurothallis mundula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis mundula?

Pleurothallis mundula

What type of plant is Pleurothallis mundula?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis mundula?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-160449: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.