Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alopex
ID:
277288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 3: 46 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276620

Common Names

  • Alopex Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Alopex
  • Alopex Pleurothallis Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Zosterophyllanthos alopex (Luer) Szlach. & Marg. [unknown]
  • Acronia alopex (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis alopex (also called 'Fox Pleurothallis', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis alopex is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light and humidity.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, with a yellowish lip. Seed: small, black, round. Seedlings: small, green, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis alopex is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of peat moss and sand and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pleurothallis alopex

Pleurothallis alopex is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Pleurothallis alopex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis alopex?

Pleurothallis alopex

What is the family of Pleurothallis alopex?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pleurothallis alopex 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