Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.López-Ferrari & Espejo
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 18: 11 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765032
Common Names
- Dandya balsensis
- Balsen's Dandya
- Balsen's Orchid
Description
Dandya balsensis (also called Balsam Dandya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has white flowers and grows in forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Dandya balsensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive flowers and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dandya balsensis is white with a yellow lip and a long spur. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two or three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dandya balsensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11 and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F. It should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Dandya balsensis
Dandya balsensis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Dandya balsensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dandya balsensis?
Dandya balsensis
What type of plant is Dandya balsensis?
Dandya balsensis is an evergreen perennial plant.
Where is Dandya balsensis native to?
Dandya balsensis is native to Mexico.
Species in the Dandya genus
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,