Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
serratoi
ID:
1416444

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Cootes

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Philipp. Native Orchid Sp. : 139 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428909



Common Names

  • Dendrochilum serratoi
  • Serrated Dendrochilum
  • Serrated Orchid


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Description

Dendrochilum serratoi (also called Serrated Dendrochilum, among many other common names) is an orchid native to the Philippines. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrochilum serratoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrochilum serratoi is a small, white to pinkish-purple in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrochilum serratoi is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid location. Plants should be grown in partial shade and require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Dendrochilum serratoi

Dendrochilum serratoi can be found in tropical rainforests of South America.

Dendrochilum serratoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrochilum serratoi?

Dendrochilum serratoi

What is the common name of Dendrochilum serratoi?

Serrated Dendrochilum

Where does Dendrochilum serratoi grow?

It is native to 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

Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.