Microchilus hylibates
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.
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Microchilus hylibates is a rhizomatous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Microchilus, which contains over 250 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil Southeast