Microchilus serripetalus
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Microchilus serripetalus is a rhizomatous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Indigenous to North America and South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Microchilus genus, encompassing over 250 species globally.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Mexico Gulf