Ponthieva mexicana
Also known as: Cranichis mexicana (A.Rich. & Galeotti) Schltr. +1 more
- Cranichis mexicana (A.Rich. & Galeotti) Schltr.
- Ocampoa mexicana A.Rich. & Galeotti
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.
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Ponthieva mexicana is a rhizomatous orchid within the Orchidaceae family. It is found natively in North America and South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Guatemala, Mexico Central, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest