Acianthera alpestris
Also known as: Antilla alpestris (Sw.) Luer +3 more
- Antilla alpestris (Sw.) Luer
- Epidendrum alpestre Sw.
- Humboltia alpestris (Sw.) Kuntze
- Pleurothallis alpestris (Sw.) Lindl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous subshrub.
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Naturally occurring in South America, Acianthera alpestris 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
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Jamaica