Pleurothallis conformalis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
conformalis
ID:
499832
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Dalström
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 22(3): 259 (2003).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499164
Common Names
- Pleurothallis conformalis
- Conformalis Pleurothallis
- Conformalis Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pleurothallis conformalis (also called Conformalis Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador, and is found in montane forests. It is a small epiphyte, growing up to 20 cm tall.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurothallis conformalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pleurothallis conformalis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pleurothallis conformalis is a tropical evergreen epiphyte that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C (25°F). It is also tolerant of salt spray and air pollution.
Where to Find Pleurothallis conformalis
Pleurothallis conformalis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pleurothallis conformalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis conformalis?
Pleurothallis conformalis
What type of plant is Pleurothallis conformalis?
It is a type of orchid
Where is Pleurothallis conformalis native to?
It is native to Costa Rica
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-259235: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.