Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cajamarcaensis
ID:
766033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poelln.) Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 92: 191 (1987):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765366



Common Names

  • Diora cajamarcaensis
  • Cajamarcaensis Orchid
  • Cajamarca Orchid


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Description

Diora cajamarcaensis (also called Cajamarca Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Peru, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diora cajamarcaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diora cajamarcaensis is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diora cajamarcaensis can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Diora cajamarcaensis

Diora cajamarcaensis is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Diora cajamarcaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diora cajamarcaensis?

Diora cajamarcaensis

What type of plant is Diora cajamarcaensis?

Diora cajamarcaensis is a species of orchid.

Where is Diora cajamarcaensis found?

Diora cajamarcaensis is found in the tropical regions of South America.

Species in the Diora 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-304276: Based on the initial data import
Karl von Poellnitz (1896-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poelln.' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.