Status:
valid
Authors:
Saldivia & Faúndez
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 458 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346367
Common Names
- Domeykoa andina
- Andean Domeykoa
- Andean Orchid
Description
Domeykoa andina (also called 'Andean Domeykoa', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. It is a rhizomatous perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to Peru, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Domeykoa andina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Domeykoa andina has small white flowers with yellow centers and long stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Domeykoa andina is a small shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Domeykoa andina
Domeykoa andina is native to Peru.
Domeykoa andina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Domeykoa andina?
Domeykoa andina
What type of plant is Domeykoa andina?
Domeykoa andina is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family.
Where is Domeykoa andina native to?
Domeykoa andina is native to Chile.
Species in the Domeykoa genus
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
Luis Faúndez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Faúndez' in the authors string.
Patricio Saldivia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saldivia' in the authors string.