Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
quinquefolius
ID:
1411990

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) A.R.Simões & Staples

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 183(4): 575. 2017 [17 Apr 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424455



Common Names

  • Distimake quinquefolius
  • Five-leaf Distimake
  • Fiveleaf Distimake


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Description

Distimake quinquefolius (also called 'Five-leaved Distimake', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to South America. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and damp grasslands, often in acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Distimake quinquefolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces beautiful yellow and green flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distimake quinquefolius is a white or pale pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distimake quinquefolius can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Distimake quinquefolius

Distimake quinquefolius can be found in the wild in Mexico.

Distimake quinquefolius FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Distimake quinquefolius?

Distimake quinquefolius is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What type of soil does Distimake quinquefolius prefer?

Distimake quinquefolius prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Distimake quinquefolius need?

Distimake quinquefolius needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Distimake genus

Distimake contorquens, Distimake ericoides, Distimake flagellaris, Distimake hirsutus, Distimake hoehnei, Distimake igneus, Distimake maragniensis, Distimake repens, Distimake tomentosus, Distimake hasslerianus, Distimake tuberosus, Distimake ternifoliolus, Distimake subpalmatus, Distimake kentrocaulos, Distimake dimorphophyllus, Distimake grandiflorus, Distimake guerichii, Distimake kimberleyensis, Distimake digitatus, Distimake davenportii, Distimake cissoides, Distimake cielensis, Distimake bipinnatipartitus, Distimake austinii, Distimake aureus, Distimake aturensis, Distimake ampelophyllus, Distimake aegyptius, Distimake macdonaldii, Distimake quinquefolius, Distimake rhyncorhiza, Distimake semisagittus, Distimake somalensis, Distimake stellatus, Distimake quinatus, Distimake macrocalyx, Distimake multisectus, Distimake nervosus, Distimake palmeri, Distimake quercifolius, Distimake weberbaueri, Distimake lobulibracteatus, Distimake dissectus,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.
Ana Rita Simões: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Simões' in the authors string.