Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
devalonii
ID:
1327105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cif. & Giacom.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1306, Suppl.): 37 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339559



Common Names

  • Dactylocamptis devalonii
  • Devalonii's Dactylocamptis
  • Dactylocamptis Devalonii


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Description

Dactylocamptis devalonii (also called Devalon's Dactylocamptis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has a trailing habit and grows up to 3 feet long. The leaves are green and up to 4 inches long. The flowers are white and bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often near rocks and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Dactylocamptis devalonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and gastrointestinal problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dactylocamptis devalonii is a small, yellowish-green flower with a white lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dactylocamptis devalonii can be propagated by seed or division. Cultivation is best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is a drought tolerant plant and will tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Dactylocamptis devalonii

Dactylocamptis devalonii is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Dactylocamptis devalonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactylocamptis devalonii?

Dactylocamptis devalonii

What is the common name of Dactylocamptis devalonii?

Devalonii Dactylocamptis

Where is Dactylocamptis devalonii found?

South America

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

Valerio Giacomini (1914-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giacom.' in the authors string.
Raffaele Ciferri (1897-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cif.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.