Acianthera similis
Also known as: Cryptophoranthus similis Schltr. +2 more
- Cryptophoranthus similis Schltr.
- Phloeophila similis (Schltr.) Garay
- Pleurothallis similis (Schltr.) Luer
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Indigenous to South America, Acianthera similis is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Brazil South