Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
thadhowardii
ID:
765703

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.W.Lenz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Aliso 7: 314 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765036



Common Names

  • Dandya thadhowardii
  • Thad Howard's Dandya
  • Thad Howard's Orchid


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Description

Dandya thadhowardii (also called Thad Howard's dandy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dandya thadhowardii is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a groundcover or in rock gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dandya thadhowardii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dandya thadhowardii is a small, slow-growing, evergreen shrub. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Dandya thadhowardii

Dandya thadhowardii is native to Mexico.

Dandya thadhowardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dandya thadhowardii?

Dandya thadhowardii

What type of plant is Dandya thadhowardii?

Dandya thadhowardii is an evergreen perennial plant.

Where is Dandya thadhowardii native to?

Dandya thadhowardii is native to Mexico.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303941: Based on the initial data import
Lee Wayne Lenz (b.1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Lenz' in the authors string.