Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
alanyensis
ID:
1333855

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bilgili, Sağıroğlu & H.Duman

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 40: 202 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346309





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Description

Dichoropetalum alanyensis (also called Alanya Dichoropetalum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 10 cm in height. The flowers are white with purple stripes and a yellowish-green lip. It is found in humid forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dichoropetalum alanyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dichoropetalum alanyensis flower is a white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dichoropetalum alanyensis is best done from seed. The seed should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Dichoropetalum alanyensis

Dichoropetalum alanyensis is native to Turkey.

Dichoropetalum alanyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichoropetalum alanyensis?

Dichoropetalum alanyensis

What is the common name of Dichoropetalum alanyensis?

Alany dichoropetalum

Where does Dichoropetalum alanyensis grow?

It is native to the island of Cyprus

Species in the Dichoropetalum genus

Dichoropetalum achaicum, Dichoropetalum alpigenum, Dichoropetalum aromaticum, Dichoropetalum aureum, Dichoropetalum carvifolia, Dichoropetalum chryseum, Dichoropetalum depauperatum, Dichoropetalum golestanicum, Dichoropetalum graminifolium, Dichoropetalum isauricum, Dichoropetalum junceum, Dichoropetalum lavrentiadis, Dichoropetalum minutifolium, Dichoropetalum munbyi, Dichoropetalum oligophyllum, Dichoropetalum palimbioides, Dichoropetalum paucijugum, Dichoropetalum platycarpum, Dichoropetalum pschawicum, Dichoropetalum ramosissimum, Dichoropetalum schottii, Dichoropetalum scoparium, Dichoropetalum seseloides, Dichoropetalum stridii, Dichoropetalum vittijugum, Dichoropetalum alpinum, Dichoropetalum longibracteolatum, Dichoropetalum bupleuroides, Dichoropetalum caucasicum, Dichoropetalum kittaniae, Dichoropetalum kyriakae, Dichoropetalum zirnichii, Dichoropetalum alanyensis, Dichoropetalum vuralii,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Hayri Duman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Duman' in the authors string.
Bilgehan Bilgili: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bilgili' in the authors string.