Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
troglodytes
ID:
279367

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7: 125 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278699

Common Names

  • Pleurothallis Troglodytes
  • Troglodytes Orchid
  • Troglodytes Pleurothallis

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Synonyms

  • Acronia troglodytes (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Zosterophyllanthos troglodytes (Luer) Szlach. & Kułak [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis troglodytes (also called Troglodytes Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid, native to Central and South America. It has a single, erect, leafy stem, and produces small, white flowers with purple markings. It is found in humid forests and rainforests, often growing on trees and other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis troglodytes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurothallis troglodytes has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis troglodytes can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Pleurothallis troglodytes

Pleurothallis troglodytes can be found in the tropical forests of Central America and South America.

Pleurothallis troglodytes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis troglodytes?

Pleurothallis troglodytes

What is the common name of Pleurothallis troglodytes?

Troglodytes Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis troglodytes?

Pleurothallis troglodytes is found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia

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