Microchilus ceratostele
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Microchilus ceratostele is a rhizomatous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Found natively in South America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry 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)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Galápagos