Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sordida
ID:
838430

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 120 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837765

Common Names

  • Pabstiella sordida
  • Sordida Pabstiella
  • Sordida's Pabstiella

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Description

Pabstiella sordida (also called Sordid pabstiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in humid forests. It is a small palm with a single stem, reaching a height of 1–2 m. The leaves are pinnate, with leaflets arranged in a single plane.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstiella sordida is a plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pabstiella sordida is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, yellow-green in color, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pabstiella sordida is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Mexico and grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Pabstiella sordida

Pabstiella sordida is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Pabstiella sordida FAQ

What is the optimal light level for Pabstiella sordida?

Pabstiella sordida prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil should be used for Pabstiella sordida?

Pabstiella sordida prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil.

How often should Pabstiella sordida be watered?

Pabstiella sordida should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Pabstiella genus

Pabstiella mirabilis, Pabstiella aryter, Pabstiella determannii, Pabstiella syringodes, Pabstiella tripterantha, Pabstiella yauaperyensis, Pabstiella parvifolia, Pabstiella wacketii, Pabstiella verboonenii, Pabstiella versicolor, Pabstiella aveniformis, Pabstiella arcuata, Pabstiella alligatorifera, Pabstiella calcarata, Pabstiella crassicaulis, Pabstiella cordilabia, Pabstiella conspersa, Pabstiella castellensis, Pabstiella carrisii, Pabstiella carinifera, Pabstiella bradei, Pabstiella bacillaris, Pabstiella campestris, Pabstiella truncicola, Pabstiella uniflora, Pabstiella vellozoana, Pabstiella pellifeloidis, Pabstiella piraquarensis, Pabstiella leucopyramis, Pabstiella lineolata, Pabstiella gracilicaulis, Pabstiella curti-bradei, Pabstiella fasciata, Pabstiella fluminensis, Pabstiella elegantula, Pabstiella ephemera, Pabstiella lingua, Pabstiella matinhensis, Pabstiella miragliae, Pabstiella ghillanyi, Pabstiella garayi, Pabstiella miniato-lineolata, Pabstiella pleurothalloides, Pabstiella sordida, Pabstiella sarcopetala, Pabstiella ruschii, Pabstiella robertoi, Pabstiella quadridentata, Pabstiella pristeoglossa, Pabstiella rubrolineata,

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

Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.