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needleroot airplant orchid

Dendrophylax porrectus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Found in Cuba. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇺 Cuba

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Dendrophylax porrectus (needleroot airplant orchid)

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palmpolly

Dendrophylax lindenii

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of needleroot airplant orchid?

The scientific name of needleroot airplant orchid is Dendrophylax porrectus. It belongs to the genus Dendrophylax.

What is the conservation status of needleroot airplant orchid?

needleroot airplant orchid (Dendrophylax porrectus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does needleroot airplant orchid live?

needleroot airplant orchid is found in Found in Cuba. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Cuba.

What family does needleroot airplant orchid belong to?

needleroot airplant orchid (Dendrophylax porrectus) belongs to the genus Dendrophylax, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is needleroot airplant orchid endangered?

Yes, needleroot airplant orchid (Dendrophylax porrectus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does needleroot airplant orchid belong to?

needleroot airplant orchid (Dendrophylax porrectus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of needleroot airplant orchid?

The closest relatives of needleroot airplant orchid in the genus Dendrophylax include palmpolly.