Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
onagriceps
ID:
278671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 31: 40 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278003

Common Names

  • Onagriceps Pleurothallis
  • Pleurothallis Onagriceps
  • Onagriceps Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Ancipitia onagriceps (Luer & Hirtz) Luer [unknown]

Description

Pleurothallis onagriceps (also called Onaga Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem that grows up to 4 cm tall and bears a single, fleshy, ovate, acute leaf. It produces a single, small, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in wet, shady forests and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis onagriceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurothallis onagriceps is small and yellow, with a white lip. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are delicate and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis onagriceps 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 onagriceps

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

Pleurothallis onagriceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurothallis onagriceps?

Pleurothallis onagriceps

What is the common name of Pleurothallis onagriceps?

Onagriceps Pleurothallis

What is the natural habitat of Pleurothallis onagriceps?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-160539: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.