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Microchilus lunifer

Also known as: Erythrodes argyrosticta (Schltr.) Ames +4 more
  • Erythrodes argyrosticta (Schltr.) Ames
  • Erythrodes chicharrasensis Ames
  • Erythrodes lunifera (Schltr.) Ames
  • Physurus argyrostictus Schltr.
  • Physurus lunifer Schltr.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.

Found natively in North America and South America, Microchilus lunifer is a rhizomatous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in 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)
Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest

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