Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
puber
ID:
264169

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 8: 518 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263501

Common Names

  • Palmorchis puber
  • Puber Palmorchis
  • Palmorchis Pub

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Synonyms

  • Elleanthus puber Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Palmorchis puber (also called Pubescent Palm Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its large, fuzzy leaves and long, thin stems. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Palmorchis puber is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palmorchis puber is yellowish-white with purple-brown stripes. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palmorchis puber can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into multiple sections and each section can be planted in its own pot. The soil should be kept moist and the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Palmorchis puber

Palmorchis puber can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Palmorchis puber FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palmorchis puber?

Palmorchis puber

What type of plant is Palmorchis puber?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Palmorchis puber?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-146599: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.