Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
persimilis
ID:
500027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 22(3): 268 (2003).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499359



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Persimilis
  • Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Acronia persimilis (Luer & Hirtz) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos persimilis (Luer & Hirtz) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis persimilis (also called Persimile Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing on other plants or trees. It is native to India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis persimilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleurothallis persimilis are small, yellowish-white in color and have a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis persimilis is a small epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 15 cm in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done when the plant is dormant and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be collected when ripe and sown in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pleurothallis persimilis

Pleurothallis persimilis is native to Central and South America and can be found in Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Pleurothallis persimilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis persimilis?

Pleurothallis persimilis

What is the common name of Pleurothallis persimilis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis persimilis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia

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-259258: 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.