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Pteroceras biserratum

Pteroceras biserratum (Ridl.) Holttum
Pteroceras biserratum
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Pteroceras biserratum is a species in the Orchidaceae family, native to Borneo, Malaya, and Sumatera. It was first described in 1960 by Holttum, with the original authorship attributed to Ridl.

Description

Pteroceras biserratum belongs to the Orchidaceae family, one of the largest plant families in the world. This species is found in the tropical regions of Borneo, Malaya, and Sumatera. The scientific name was formally published in 1960 by Holttum, based on the earlier work of Ridl. The genus Pteroceras includes several orchid species known for their distinctive floral structures and ecological adaptations to their native habitats. As an orchid, Pteroceras biserratum likely exhibits the characteristic traits of the family, such as highly specialized flowers and a reliance on specific pollinators for reproduction.

Distribution

Borneo · Malaya · Sumatera

Synonyms

Sarcochilus bipennisSarcochilus biserratusSarcochilus pachyrhachis

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