Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dolichorhiza
ID:
317566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 7: 117 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316898



Common Names

  • Barbosella Dolichorhiza
  • Long-rhizomed Barbosella
  • Long-rhizomed Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia anaristella Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis anaristella (Kraenzl.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis bradeorum (Schltr.) Ames, F.T.Hubb. & C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Barbosella anaristella (Kraenzl.) Garay [unknown]
  • Barbosella bradeorum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Barbosella fuscata Garay [unknown]
  • Triaristellina anaristella (Kraenzl.) Rauschert [unknown]

Description

Barbosella dolichorhiza (also called Barbosella dolichorhiza, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, and its flowers are white or pink. It grows in moist areas, such as along streams, in forests, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Barbosella dolichorhiza is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Barbosella dolichorhiza is white, with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Barbosella dolichorhiza is a terrestrial orchid that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed and can take up to two years to reach maturity.

Where to Find Barbosella dolichorhiza

Barbosella dolichorhiza is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Barbosella dolichorhiza FAQ

What is the scientific name of Barbosella dolichorhiza?

Barbosella dolichorhiza

What is the common name of Barbosella dolichorhiza?

Long-rooted Barbosella

What is the natural habitat of Barbosella dolichorhiza?

Mountainous regions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19785: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.