Genus Pleurothallis (Noun)
Meaning
Large genus of epiphytic or lithophytic orchids of tropical America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Pleurothallis is a large genus of epiphytic or lithophytic orchids of tropical America, comprising over 1,200 species.
- The genus Pleurothallis is often divided into several subgenera, but the exact classification is still a matter of debate among taxonomists.
- Pleurothallis orchids are typically small to medium-sized plants that grow on trees or rocks in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
- Some species of Pleurothallis are popular among orchid enthusiasts due to their unique and often fragrant flowers.
- In their natural habitat, Pleurothallis orchids often grow in dense clusters on tree trunks or branches, forming a dense mat of roots and stems.