Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
niveoglobula
ID:
278626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 1: 258 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277958

Common Names

  • Niveoglobula Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Niveoglobula
  • Niveoglobula Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Ancipitia niveoglobula (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis niveoglobula (also called Niveoglobula Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with an erect stem and a single leaf. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis niveoglobula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of medicines and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis niveoglobula is small and white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis niveoglobula is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, ovate leaves. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers humid, warm conditions and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.

Where to Find Pleurothallis niveoglobula

Pleurothallis niveoglobula can be found in Central America, from Costa Rica to Panama.

Pleurothallis niveoglobula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis niveoglobula?

Pleurothallis niveoglobula

What is the common name of Pleurothallis niveoglobula?

Niveoglobula Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis niveoglobula?

It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, growing in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000 to 2000 meters

Species in the Pleurothallis genus

Pleurothallis abortiva, Pleurothallis acestrophylla, Pleurothallis acutidentata, Pleurothallis acutilabia, Pleurothallis adeleae, Pleurothallis adelphe, Pleurothallis adonis, Pleurothallis aggeris, Pleurothallis alborosea, Pleurothallis allenii, Pleurothallis alopex, Pleurothallis altimonile, Pleurothallis alvaroi, Pleurothallis alveolata, Pleurothallis ambyx, Pleurothallis amphigya, Pleurothallis amplectens, Pleurothallis anceps, Pleurothallis andina, Pleurothallis ankyloglossa, Pleurothallis annectens, Pleurothallis antennifera, Pleurothallis anthrax, Pleurothallis apopsis, Pleurothallis aporosis, Pleurothallis applanata, Pleurothallis arachnopsis, Pleurothallis archicolonae, Pleurothallis archidonae, Pleurothallis archidonopsis, Pleurothallis arctata, Pleurothallis arietina, Pleurothallis ascera, Pleurothallis aspergillum, Pleurothallis asplundii, Pleurothallis atrohiata, Pleurothallis aurita, Pleurothallis bahorucensis, Pleurothallis bangii, Pleurothallis barbata, Pleurothallis batrachus, Pleurothallis baudoensis, Pleurothallis belocardia, Pleurothallis bevilacquana, Pleurothallis bicallosa, Pleurothallis bicochlearis, Pleurothallis bicornis, Pleurothallis bicruris, Pleurothallis biserrula, Pleurothallis bitumida,

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,

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