Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 167 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277453
Common Names
- Pleurothallis Harpago
- Harpago Pleurothallis
- Harpago Orchid
Synonyms
- Ancipitia harpago (Luer) Luer [unknown]
Description
Pleurothallis harpago (also called Harpago Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic plant with thin, branching stems and small, ovate leaves. It typically grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurothallis harpago is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleurothallis harpago is small, yellowish-green and has a curved lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleurothallis harpago can be propagated by division and by seed. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm and humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Pleurothallis harpago
Pleurothallis harpago can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pleurothallis harpago FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis harpago?
Pleurothallis harpago
What type of plant is Pleurothallis harpago?
Orchid
Where is Pleurothallis harpago native to?
Colombia
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,