Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wantipiense
ID:
1334140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchadian 17: 522 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346594



Common Names

  • Dendrobium wantipiense
  • Wantipiense Dendrobium
  • Wantipiensian Dendrobium


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Description

Dendrobium wantipiense (also called Wantipi Dendrobium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Peru. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in grassland, savanna, and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrobium wantipiense is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dendrobium wantipiense are small, yellowish-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrobium wantipiense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and should be protected from strong winds. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Dendrobium wantipiense

Dendrobium wantipiense is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong and Guangxi.

Dendrobium wantipiense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrobium wantipiense?

Dendrobium wantipiense

What is the common name of Dendrobium wantipiense?

Wantipi Dendrobium

What is the natural habitat of Dendrobium wantipiense?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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

Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.