Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lesteri
ID:
1330841

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Proctor) Commock & Jestrow

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 94 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343295



Common Names

  • Dendrocousinsia lesteri
  • Lester's Grass
  • African Grass


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Description

Dendrocousinsia lesteri (also called Lester'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 lesteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dendrocousinsia lesteri var. glabrata (Proctor) Commock & Jestrow

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrocousinsia lesteri 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 lesteri 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 lesteri

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

Dendrocousinsia lesteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrocousinsia lesteri?

Dendrocousinsia lesteri

What is the common name of Dendrocousinsia lesteri?

Lester's Dendrocousinsia

What is the natural habitat of Dendrocousinsia lesteri?

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.