Barkeria dorotheae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dorotheae
ID:
318013
Status:
valid
Authors:
Halb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 6: 40 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317345
Common Names
- Dorothea's Barkeria
- Barkeria dorotheae
- Dorothea's Barkeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Barkeria dorotheae (also called Barkeria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,400 m. It is a small epiphyte with a creeping rhizome, and long, thin, wiry roots.
Uses & Benefits
Barkeria dorotheae has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for rope making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barkeria dorotheae is yellow, with a long, curved nectar spur. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barkeria dorotheae is a terrestrial orchid species native to Mexico. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs. The divisions should be planted in individual pots with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Barkeria dorotheae
Barkeria dorotheae is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It is found in dry forests and savannas.
Barkeria dorotheae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barkeria dorotheae?
Barkeria dorotheae
What is the common name of Barkeria dorotheae?
Dorothy's Barkeria
What is the natural habitat of Barkeria dorotheae?
It is native to Mexico.
Species in the Barkeria genus
Barkeria barkeriola, Barkeria dorotheae, Barkeria fritz-halbingeriana, Barkeria lindleyana, Barkeria melanocaulon, Barkeria naevosa, Barkeria obovata, Barkeria palmeri, Barkeria scandens, Barkeria shoemakeri, Barkeria skinneri, Barkeria spectabilis, Barkeria strophinx, Barkeria uniflora, Barkeria whartoniana, Barkeria archilarum, Barkeria skinneri,
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-19829: Based on the initial data import
Federico Halbinger (1925-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halb.' in the authors string.