Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rectipetala
ID:
278963

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 8: 32 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278295



Common Names

  • Rectipetala Pleurothallis
  • Rectipetala Orchid
  • Rectipetala Butterfly Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis scitula Luer [unknown]
  • Acronia rectipetala (Ames & C.Schweinf.) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos rectipetalus (Ames & C.Schweinf.) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]
  • Acronia scitula (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis rectipetala (also called Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, erect stem. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in cloud forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It is found growing on trees and rocks in humid, mossy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis rectipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis rectipetala is small and white with a yellow-green lip. The seed is a small, round, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis rectipetala is a terrestrial orchid species that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is best grown in a medium that is composed of equal parts of fir bark, charcoal, and perlite. It should be kept moist and fertilized regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Pleurothallis rectipetala

Pleurothallis rectipetala is found in Colombia.

Pleurothallis rectipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis rectipetala?

Pleurothallis rectipetala

What is the common name of Pleurothallis rectipetala?

Rectipetala Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis rectipetala?

Tropical rainforests 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-160806: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.