Deiregyne alinae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alinae
ID:
938854
Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 14: 455 (1992 publ. 1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000938192
Common Names
- Deiregyne alinae
- Alinae Deiregyne
- Hairy Deiregyne
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Deiregyne alinae (also called 'Alina's Deiregyne', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Guatemala. It typically grows in dry, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Deiregyne alinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems, stomach aches, and digestive issues. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have calming and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Deiregyne alinae is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.
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Deiregyne alinae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Deiregyne alinae
Deiregyne alinae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in France, Italy, and Spain.
Species in the Deiregyne genus
Deiregyne densiflora, Deiregyne alinae, Deiregyne chartacea, Deiregyne cochleata, Deiregyne diaphana, Deiregyne eriophora, Deiregyne falcata, Deiregyne nonantzin, Deiregyne obtecta, Deiregyne pallens, Deiregyne pseudopyramidalis, Deiregyne pterygodium, Deiregyne ramirezii, Deiregyne rhombilabia, Deiregyne sheviakiana, Deiregyne tamayoi, Deiregyne thelyrnitra, Deiregyne velata, Deiregyne tenorioi, Deiregyne callifera, Deiregyne flavoferruginea, Deiregyne hagsateri, Deiregyne velutina, Deiregyne hio,
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-56860: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.