Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ujarensis
ID:
500300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 255 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499632



Common Names

  • Pleurothallopsis ujarensis
  • Ujarensis Pleurothallopsis
  • Pleurothallopsis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia ujarensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis ujarensis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Restrepia ujarensis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Restrepiella lenkenhoffii Braas & H.Mohr [unknown]
  • Restrepiella ujarensis (Rchb.f.) Garay & Dunst. in Dunst. & Garay [unknown]
  • Restrepiopsis ujarensis (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallopsis ujarensis (also called Ujarensis Pleurothallopsis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a short stem and two to three leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellowish-green labellum. It is found in humid, shady habitats, usually on tree trunks or branches.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallopsis ujarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallopsis ujarensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallopsis ujarensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Pleurothallopsis ujarensis

Pleurothallopsis ujarensis can be found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Pleurothallopsis ujarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallopsis ujarensis?

Pleurothallopsis ujarensis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallopsis ujarensis?

It is native to tropical rainforests in South America.

What is the size of Pleurothallopsis ujarensis?

It is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3.3 ft) tall.

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-259295: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.