Deiregyne velutina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
1327110
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Szlach.) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122: 38 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339564
Common Names
- Deiregyne velutina
- Velutina's Deiregyne
- Deiregyne Velutina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Deiregyne velutina (also called Velvet Deiregyne, 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
Deiregyne velutina 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
Deiregyne velutina has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Deiregyne velutina can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and the plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Deiregyne velutina
Deiregyne velutina is native to Central America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Deiregyne velutina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deiregyne velutina?
Deiregyne velutina
What type of environment does Deiregyne velutina prefer?
Deiregyne velutina prefers humid, tropical environments.
What type of soil does Deiregyne velutina need?
Deiregyne velutina needs well-draining, acidic soil.
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
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77139739-1: Based on the initial data import