Status:
valid
Authors:
Lavarack
Source:
tro
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 1: 70 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221894
Common Names
- Dendrobium tozerensis
- Tozeren Dendrobium
- Tozeren Orchid
Description
Dendrobium tozerensis (also called Dendrobium, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in rainforests and other humid habitats. It has a stem up to 30 cm in length and bears up to 10 flowers. The flowers are white or yellowish in color and have three petals.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrobium tozerensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrobium tozerensis has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrobium tozerensis is a small, evergreen orchid that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. For best results, divide the plant in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Dendrobium tozerensis
Dendrobium tozerensis is native to Thailand and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Dendrobium tozerensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrobium tozerensis?
Dendrobium tozerensis
What is the common name of Dendrobium tozerensis?
Tozerensis
What is the natural habitat of Dendrobium tozerensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Dendrobium genus
Dendrobium archipelagense,
Dendrobium contextum,
Dendrobium farinatum,
Dendrobium fusciflorum,
Dendrobium limpidum,
Dendrobium numaldeorii,
Dendrobium parnatanum,
Dendrobium protractum,
Dendrobium pseudorarum,
Dendrobium racieanum,
Dendrobium sidikalangense,
Dendrobium sleumeri,
Dendrobium speckmaieri,
Dendrobium stellare,
Dendrobium suzukii,
Dendrobium tampangii,
Dendrobium trantuanii,
Dendrobium crassilabium,
Dendrobium ianthinum,
Dendrobium lanuginosum,
Dendrobium sutiknoi,
Dendrobium bifurcatum,
Dendrobium brillianum,
Dendrobium eymanum,
Dendrobium flebiliflorum,
Dendrobium paragnomus,
Dendrobium sibuyanense,
Dendrobium spenceanum,
Dendrobium spinuliferum,
Dendrobium stipiticola,
Dendrobium trankimianum,
Dendrobium vietnamense,
Dendrobium bicolense,
Dendrobium chapaense,
Dendrobium cymbicallum,
Dendrobium davaoense,
Dendrobium heokhuii,
Dendrobium ochthochilum,
Dendrobium optimuspatruus,
Dendrobium pleasancium,
Dendrobium reginanivis,
Dendrobium rickscottianum,
Dendrobium roseosparsum,
Dendrobium vogelsangii,
Dendrobium cowenii,
Dendrobium arunachalense,
Dendrobium jiajiangense,
Dendrobium wangliangii,
Dendrobium ravanii,
Dendrobium niveobarbatum,
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
Peter S. Lavarack: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavarack' in the authors string.