Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pyelophera
ID:
1325365

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Pfahl

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Internet Orchid Sp. Photo Encycl. Nomencl. Notes 2(4): 1 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337819



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis pyelophera
  • Pleurothallis
  • Pyelophera


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Description

Pleurothallis pyelophera (also called Pyelophorous Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers that is native to Central America. It grows in tropical forests and is often found in lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis pyelophera is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pleurothallis pyelophera are white to yellowish-white in color and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis pyelophera is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Plant the divisions in a shallow trench and cover with soil. Water well and keep the soil moist during the growing season.

Where to Find Pleurothallis pyelophera

Pleurothallis pyelophera is native to the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. It can be found in lowland and montane forests.

Pleurothallis pyelophera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis pyelophera?

Pleurothallis pyelophera

What is the family of Pleurothallis pyelophera?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pleurothallis pyelophera found?

Colombia

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Jay Charles Pfahl (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfahl' in the authors string.