Status:
valid
Authors:
(Proctor) Commock & Jestrow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 93 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343293
Common Names
- Dendrocousinsia crenulata
- Crenulate Dendrocousinsia
- Crenulata Dendrocousinsia
Description
Dendrocousinsia crenulata (also called Crenulate Dendrocousinsia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a single flower. It is native to Colombia, and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrocousinsia crenulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dendrocousinsia crenulata is a small, yellow-green flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrocousinsia crenulata is a shrub that is native to China. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Dendrocousinsia crenulata
Dendrocousinsia crenulata is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Dendrocousinsia crenulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrocousinsia crenulata?
Dendrocousinsia crenulata
What is the common name of Dendrocousinsia crenulata?
Crenulate Dendrocousinsia
What is the natural habitat of Dendrocousinsia crenulata?
It is native to Colombia and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Species in the Dendrocousinsia genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
Brett Jestrow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jestrow' in the authors string.
Tracy Commock: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Commock' in the authors string.