Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
secunda
ID:
279107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 49 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278439

Common Names

  • Secunda Pleurothallis
  • Secunda Orchid
  • Secunda's Pleurothallis

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Synonyms

  • Humboltia secunda Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis secunda secunda [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis secunda (also called Pleurothallis secunda, among many other common names) is a small epiphyte orchid with a single, erect leaf that grows up to 8 cm long. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and prefers humid, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis secunda is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis secunda is a small epiphytic orchid from the rainforests of Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of fine bark and perlite, and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pleurothallis secunda

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

Pleurothallis secunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis secunda?

Pleurothallis secunda

What type of plant is Pleurothallis secunda?

Orchid

Where is Pleurothallis secunda native to?

Central and South America

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-160939: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.