Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tentaculata
ID:
279286

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Companion Bot. Mag. 2: 354 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278618



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Tentaculata
  • Tentaculata Orchid
  • Tentaculata Pleurothallis


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia tentaculata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Restrepia tentaculata Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Lindleyalis tentaculata (Poepp. & Endl.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis tentaculata (also called Tentacle Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis tentaculata is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, as well as in the production of perfumes and essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis tentaculata is small and white, with a yellowish lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis tentaculata is a small epiphytic orchid from the rainforests of Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of fine bark and perlite, and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pleurothallis tentaculata

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

Pleurothallis tentaculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis tentaculata?

Pleurothallis tentaculata

What is the common name of Pleurothallis tentaculata?

Tentaculata Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis tentaculata?

Pleurothallis tentaculata is found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia

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-161101: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.