Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lamarquei
ID:
1327106

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Keller & Jeanj.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1306, Suppl.): 38 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339560



Common Names

  • Dactylocamptis lamarquei
  • Lamarquei's Dactylocamptis
  • Dactylocamptis Lamarquei


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Description

Dactylocamptis lamarquei (also called Lamarque'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 lamarquei 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 lamarquei 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 lamarquei 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 lamarquei

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

Dactylocamptis lamarquei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactylocamptis lamarquei?

Dactylocamptis lamarquei

What is the common name of Dactylocamptis lamarquei?

Lamarquei Dactylocamptis

Where is Dactylocamptis lamarquei 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

Alexis Félix Jeanjean (1867-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanj.' in the authors string.
Gottfried Keller (1873-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Keller' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.