Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tenorioi
ID:
1322640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soto Arenas & Salazar

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 101: 2 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335094



Common Names

  • Deiregyne tenorioi
  • Tenorioi Deiregyne
  • Deiregyne's Tenorioi


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Description

Deiregyne tenorioi (also called 'Tenorio's Deiregyne', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has a rhizome root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are white or pink, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Deiregyne tenorioi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Deiregyne tenorioi has small yellow flowers with three petals and a short corolla tube. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deiregyne tenorioi is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Deiregyne tenorioi

Deiregyne tenorioi is found in Costa Rica.

Deiregyne tenorioi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deiregyne tenorioi?

Deiregyne tenorioi

What is the natural habitat of Deiregyne tenorioi?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the blooming period of Deiregyne tenorioi?

Late spring to early summer

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

Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.