Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dunstervillei
ID:
277889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Foldats

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 3: 371 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277221

Common Names

  • Dunstervillei Pleurothallis
  • Dunstervillei's Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Dunstervillei

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Synonyms

  • Ancipitia dunstervillei (Foldats) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis dunstervillei (also called Dunstervillei Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with a small size, reaching up to 4 cm in height. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in montane forests, at elevations of 1500 to 2700 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis dunstervillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis dunstervillei is small and white with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed that is about 1mm in diameter. The seedlings are small and thin with white stems and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis dunstervillei 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 dunstervillei

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

Pleurothallis dunstervillei FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Pleurothallis dunstervillei?

Pleurothallis dunstervillei prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal humidity for Pleurothallis dunstervillei?

Pleurothallis dunstervillei prefers a humidity of 50-80%.

How often should Pleurothallis dunstervillei be watered?

Pleurothallis dunstervillei 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-159825: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.