Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
abbreviata
ID:
340214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 247 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339546

Common Names

  • Abbreviated Anathallis
  • Anathallis Abbreviata
  • Abbreviated Anathallis Flower

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis abbreviata Schltr. [unknown]
  • Specklinia abbreviata (Schltr.) Luer [unknown]
  • Panmorphia abbreviata (Schltr.) Luer [unknown]
  • Lankesteriana abbreviata (Schltr.) Karremans [unknown]

Description

Anathallis abbreviata (also called Short Anathallis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a short stem and its leaves are ovate and arranged in a spiral. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anathallis abbreviata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in salads. It is also used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anathallis abbreviata are small and white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anathallis abbreviata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Anathallis abbreviata

Anathallis abbreviata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Anathallis abbreviata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anathallis abbreviata?

Anathallis abbreviata

What is the common name for Anathallis abbreviata?

Abbreviated Anathallis

What is the growth habit of Anathallis abbreviata?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant with a short, upright stem

Species in the Anathallis genus

Anathallis abbreviata, Anathallis acuminata, Anathallis adenochila, Anathallis anderssonii, Anathallis angustilabia, Anathallis ariasii, Anathallis attenuata, Anathallis barbulata, Anathallis bleyensis, Anathallis brevipes, Anathallis carnosifolia, Anathallis casualis, Anathallis ciliolata, Anathallis clandestina, Anathallis comayaguensis, Anathallis concinna, Anathallis coripatae, Anathallis corticicola, Anathallis cuspidata, Anathallis dalessandroi, Anathallis dimidia, Anathallis dolichopus, Anathallis dryadum, Anathallis endresii, Anathallis ferdinandiana, Anathallis fernandiana, Anathallis flammea, Anathallis gehrtii, Anathallis gert-hatschbachii, Anathallis githaginea, Anathallis gracilenta, Anathallis greenwoodii, Anathallis guarujaensis, Anathallis haberi, Anathallis helmutii, Anathallis imbricata, Anathallis involuta, Anathallis iota, Anathallis jesupiorum, Anathallis jordanensis, Anathallis kautskyi, Anathallis lagarophyta, Anathallis lewisiae, Anathallis linearifolia, Anathallis maguirei, Anathallis malmeana, Anathallis mediocarinata, Anathallis megaloophora, Anathallis meridana, Anathallis microblephara,

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-219781: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' 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.