Status:
valid
Authors:
Cootes & R.Boos
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 1-1(online): 3 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336081
Description
Dendrochilum diabloviride (also called Diabloviride Dendrochilum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Philippines. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrochilum diabloviride is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrochilum diabloviride has white to pink flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are held in clusters of up to 10. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendrochilum diabloviride is an epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until they have established.
Where to Find Dendrochilum diabloviride
Dendrochilum diabloviride can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Dendrochilum diabloviride FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrochilum diabloviride?
Dendrochilum diabloviride
What is the common name of Dendrochilum diabloviride?
Devil's Viride Dendrochilum
Where is Dendrochilum diabloviride found?
It is found in the Philippines
Species in the Dendrochilum genus
Dendrochilum celebesense,
Dendrochilum coccineum,
Dendrochilum cordatum,
Dendrochilum warrenii,
Dendrochilum croceum,
Dendrochilum quinquecallosum,
Dendrochilum undulatum,
Dendrochilum banksii,
Dendrochilum ravanii,
Dendrochilum kopfii,
Dendrochilum pseudowenzelii,
Dendrochilum tortile,
Dendrochilum septemnervium,
Dendrochilum tiongianum,
Dendrochilum abbreviatum,
Dendrochilum abortum,
Dendrochilum acuiferum,
Dendrochilum acuminatum,
Dendrochilum adpressibulbum,
Dendrochilum affine,
Dendrochilum alatum,
Dendrochilum alboviride,
Dendrochilum alpinum,
Dendrochilum ambangense,
Dendrochilum amesianum,
Dendrochilum anfractum,
Dendrochilum angustifolium,
Dendrochilum angustilobum,
Dendrochilum angustipetalum,
Dendrochilum anomalum,
Dendrochilum apiculatum,
Dendrochilum apoense,
Dendrochilum appendiculatum,
Dendrochilum arachnites,
Dendrochilum asperum,
Dendrochilum atjehense,
Dendrochilum aurantiacum,
Dendrochilum auriculare,
Dendrochilum auriculilobum,
Dendrochilum bandaharaense,
Dendrochilum barbifrons,
Dendrochilum basale,
Dendrochilum beccarii,
Dendrochilum binuangense,
Dendrochilum brachyotum,
Dendrochilum brevilabre,
Dendrochilum carinatum,
Dendrochilum carnosulilabrum,
Dendrochilum carnosum,
Dendrochilum cinnabarinum,
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
Ronny Boos: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Boos' in the authors string.