Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flavomarginata
ID:
1335429

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Doucette, H.Medina & J.Portilla

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 295(2): 194 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347883

Common Names

  • Pleurothallis flavomarginata
  • Flavomarginata Pleurothallis
  • Yellow-margined Pleurothallis

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Description

Pleurothallis flavomarginata (also called Yellow-Margined Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has thin, wiry stems and yellow-margined leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis flavomarginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurothallis flavomarginata has small white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis flavomarginata is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of mature plants or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Pleurothallis flavomarginata

Pleurothallis flavomarginata is native to Colombia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.

Pleurothallis flavomarginata FAQ

What are the common names of Pleurothallis flavomarginata?

Pleurothallis flavomarginata is commonly known as Pleurothallis.

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis flavomarginata?

Pleurothallis flavomarginata is native to the tropical forests of South America.

What is the scientific classification of Pleurothallis flavomarginata?

Pleurothallis flavomarginata belongs to the family Orchidaceae and the genus Pleurothallis.

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

José Portilla (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Portilla' in the authors string.
Hugo Medina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Medina' in the authors string.
Alfonso Doucette: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Doucette' in the authors string.