Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
forceps-cancri
ID:
277994

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 14: 144 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277326

Common Names

  • Forceps-cancri Pleurothallis
  • Forceps-cancri's Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Forceps-cancri

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Synonyms

  • Acronia forceps-cancri (Luer & R.Escobar) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis forceps-cancri (also called 'Forceps-cancri' or 'Forceps-cancri Pleurothallis', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect stem, reaching up to 1 cm in height. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis forceps-cancri 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 forceps-cancri 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 forceps-cancri is a small epiphyte that is native to the wet montane forests of Ecuador. It is best cultivated in a medium that is composed of sphagnum moss, perlite, and charcoal. Propagation is best done through division of the plant, as it is a slow grower and does not produce offsets.

Where to Find Pleurothallis forceps-cancri

Pleurothallis forceps-cancri can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pleurothallis forceps-cancri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis forceps-cancri?

Pleurothallis forceps-cancri

What are the common names of Pleurothallis forceps-cancri?

Crab's Claw Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis forceps-cancri?

Tropical montane forests

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-159922: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.