Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
norae
ID:
500276

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Garay & Dunst.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 255 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499608

Common Names

  • Nora's Pleurothallopsis
  • Pleurothallopsis norae
  • Norae Pleurothallopsis

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Synonyms

  • Restrepiella bicallosa (Luer & R.Escobar) Braas & H.Mohr [unknown]
  • Restrepiella norae Garay & Dunst. [unknown]
  • Restrepiopsis bicallosa Luer & R.Escobar [unknown]
  • Restrepiopsis norae (Garay & Dunst.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallopsis norae (also called Nora's Pleurothallopsis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows to about 10 cm in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallopsis norae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, coughs, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurothallopsis norae has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallopsis norae is an epiphytic or lithophytic plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers a humid, well-drained environment in a bright, indirect light. Propagation is by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken in spring or early summer and should be of healthy, mature plants. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.

Where to Find Pleurothallopsis norae

Pleurothallopsis norae can be found in Australia.

Pleurothallopsis norae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallopsis norae?

Pleurothallopsis norae

What are the uses of Pleurothallopsis norae?

Pleurothallopsis norae is used for medicinal purposes.

What is the distribution of Pleurothallopsis norae?

Pleurothallopsis norae is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

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-259289: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.