dwarf butterfly orchid

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Spargelartige)

Family

Orchidaceae

Genus

Prosthechea

Species

Prosthechea pygmaea (dwarf butterfly orchid)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of dwarf butterfly orchid?

The scientific name of dwarf butterfly orchid is Prosthechea pygmaea. It belongs to the genus Prosthechea.

What is the conservation status of dwarf butterfly orchid?

dwarf butterfly orchid (Prosthechea pygmaea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does dwarf butterfly orchid live?

dwarf butterfly orchid is found in Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia.

What family does dwarf butterfly orchid belong to?

dwarf butterfly orchid (Prosthechea pygmaea) belongs to the genus Prosthechea, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is dwarf butterfly orchid endangered?

No, dwarf butterfly orchid (Prosthechea pygmaea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does dwarf butterfly orchid belong to?

dwarf butterfly orchid (Prosthechea pygmaea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).