Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
parvilabrum
ID:
836692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 167 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836027

Common Names

  • Parvilabrum Microchilus
  • Microchilus parvilabrum
  • Parvilabrum Microchilus

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Description

Microchilus parvilabrum (also called Parvilabrum Microchilus, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid, typically growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the temperate regions of China, and is commonly found in evergreen forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Microchilus parvilabrum is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microchilus parvilabrum has small white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchilus parvilabrum is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is a medium-sized species with bright yellow flowers. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too often. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Microchilus parvilabrum

Microchilus parvilabrum is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Microchilus parvilabrum FAQ

What are the preferred growing conditions for Microchilus parvilabrum?

Microchilus parvilabrum prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Microchilus parvilabrum?

Microchilus parvilabrum prefers a well-draining, nutrient-rich soil.

How much water does Microchilus parvilabrum need?

Microchilus parvilabrum prefers to be kept moist, but not soggy.

Species in the Microchilus genus

Microchilus hirtellus, Microchilus major, Microchilus minor, Microchilus ovatus, Microchilus pauciflorus, Microchilus plantagineus, Microchilus anchoriferus, Microchilus arietinus, Microchilus austrobrasiliensis, Microchilus bimentatus, Microchilus brachyplectron, Microchilus buchtienii, Microchilus callophylloides, Microchilus calophyllus, Microchilus caucanus, Microchilus dolichostachys, Microchilus ecuadorensis, Microchilus epiphyticus, Microchilus erythrodoides, Microchilus glacensis, Microchilus hetaerioides, Microchilus lamprophyllus, Microchilus laticalcar, Microchilus luniferus, Microchilus mexicanus, Microchilus nigrescens, Microchilus ortgiesii, Microchilus paleaceus, Microchilus platanilloensis, Microchilus preslii, Microchilus procerus, Microchilus quadratus, Microchilus riopalenquensis, Microchilus schultesianus, Microchilus scrotiformis, Microchilus sparreorum, Microchilus sprucei, Microchilus tridax, Microchilus trifasciatus, Microchilus venezuelanus, Microchilus vesicifer, Microchilus weberianus, Microchilus xystophyllus, Microchilus zeuxinoides, Microchilus brunnescens, Microchilus campanulatus, Microchilus capitatus, Microchilus constrictus, Microchilus curviflorus, Microchilus ensicalcar,

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-373302: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.