Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
howardiana
ID:
1330840

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Proctor) Commock & Jestrow

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 94 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343294



Common Names

  • Dendrocousinsia howardiana
  • Howard's Dendrocousinsia
  • Howardiana Dendrocousinsia


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Description

Dendrocousinsia howardiana (also called Howard's 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 howardiana 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 howardiana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrocousinsia howardiana is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Dendrocousinsia howardiana

Dendrocousinsia howardiana is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Dendrocousinsia howardiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrocousinsia howardiana?

Dendrocousinsia howardiana

What is the common name of Dendrocousinsia howardiana?

Howard's Dendrocousinsia

What is the natural habitat of Dendrocousinsia howardiana?

It is native to Colombia and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

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

George Richardson Proctor (1920-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Proctor' in the authors string.
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.