Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dentipetala
ID:
277834

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe ex Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 3: 7 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277166

Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Dentipetala
  • Toothed-Petal Pleurothallis
  • Tooth-Like Pleurothallis

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis cooperi Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis stelidiformis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis stevensii Luer [unknown]
  • Acronia dentipetala (Rolfe ex Ames) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis dentipetala (also called Toothed-petaled Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a short, erect stem and a single, apical leaf. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis dentipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis dentipetala is small, white and has a yellowish lip. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis dentipetala is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a potting mix of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Pleurothallis dentipetala

Pleurothallis dentipetala can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pleurothallis dentipetala FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Pleurothallis dentipetala?

Pleurothallis dentipetala prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal humidity for Pleurothallis dentipetala?

Pleurothallis dentipetala prefers a humidity of 50-80%.

How often should Pleurothallis dentipetala be watered?

Pleurothallis dentipetala should be watered every 7-10 days.

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-159775: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.