Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
parvilabius
ID:
247696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7(1): 49 (1982):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000247028

Common Names

  • Myoxanthus parvilabius
  • Parvilabius Myoxanthus
  • Parvilabius

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis parvilabia C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Myoxanthus parvilabius (also called the small-lipped myoxanthus, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myoxanthus parvilabius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myoxanthus parvilabius is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myoxanthus parvilabius can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Myoxanthus parvilabius

Myoxanthus parvilabius is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Myoxanthus parvilabius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myoxanthus parvilabius?

Myoxanthus parvilabius

What are the common names of Myoxanthus parvilabius?

No common names

What is the natural habitat of Myoxanthus parvilabius?

It is found in the tropical forests of Brazil

Species in the Myoxanthus genus

Myoxanthus affinis, Myoxanthus antennifer, Myoxanthus ceratothallis, Myoxanthus chloe, Myoxanthus cimex, Myoxanthus colothrix, Myoxanthus dasyllis, Myoxanthus ephelis, Myoxanthus epibator, Myoxanthus eumeces, Myoxanthus exasperatus, Myoxanthus fimbriatus, Myoxanthus frutex, Myoxanthus georgei, Myoxanthus gorgon, Myoxanthus gyas, Myoxanthus hirsuticaulis, Myoxanthus hirtipes, Myoxanthus hystrix, Myoxanthus lonchophyllus, Myoxanthus mejiae, Myoxanthus melittanthus, Myoxanthus merae, Myoxanthus monophyllus, Myoxanthus montanus, Myoxanthus neillii, Myoxanthus octomerioides, Myoxanthus parvilabius, Myoxanthus priapus, Myoxanthus pulvinatus, Myoxanthus punctatus, Myoxanthus reymondii, Myoxanthus sarcodactylae, Myoxanthus scandens, Myoxanthus seidelii, Myoxanthus serripetalus, Myoxanthus simplicicaulis, Myoxanthus speciosus, Myoxanthus trachychlamys, Myoxanthus uxorius, Myoxanthus xiphion, Myoxanthus ruschii, Myoxanthus werneri, Myoxanthus aciculifolius, Myoxanthus congestus, Myoxanthus ovatipetalus, Myoxanthus sotoanus, Myoxanthus ortizianus, Myoxanthus cereus,

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-130835: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.