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Beloglottis

Scientific Name: Beloglottis

Family: Orchidaceae

Category: Monocot

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Beloglottis: An Overview

The genus Beloglottis belongs to the fascinating world of orchids. This page provides a compilation of information about this genus and some of its species, drawing from various botanical resources.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some species in the genus have fleshy roots.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Beloglottis
  • Family: Orchidaceae (Orchid Family)
  • Tribe: Cranichideae
  • Subtribe: Spiranthinae
  • Synonyms:
    • For Beloglottis costaricensis: Spiranthes costaricensis Rchb.f., Beloglottis bicaudata (Ames) Garay, Beloglottis bifida (Ridl.) Szlach.
  • Type species Beloglottis costaricensis ( Rchb.f.) Schltr. (1920).

Distribution and Habitat

  • Plants in this genus are generally terrestrial and occur in tropical regions.
  • Specific locations mentioned include:
    • Mexico (from San Luis Potosi south to Chiapas)
    • Central America
    • The West Indies
    • South Florida (for Beloglottis costaricensis)
    • Brazil

Morphological Characteristics

  • Plants are generally terrestrial herbs with fleshy roots.

Species Spotlight: Beloglottis costaricensis

  • Common Names: Costa Rican lady's tresses, Trencita de Costa Rica (Spanish)
  • Beloglottis costaricensis is a terrestrial orchid species.
  • It can be found hidden deep in the Florida Everglades.

Additional Species

  • Beloglottis mexicana

External Resources

  • The Plant List: The Plant List includes scientific plant names for the genus Beloglottis.
  • Tropicos: Tropicos Provides information on the plant from locations such as Panama, Costa Rica, and Ecuador.
  • International Plant Names Index: International Plant Names Index
  • Discover Life: Discover Life Has a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Beloglottis hameri Garay.
  • Encyclopedia of Life: Encyclopedia of Life
  • WCSP: World Checklist of Selected Plant Families