Dendrochilum warrenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
warrenii
ID:
386694
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A.Pedersen & Gravend.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Blumea 49: 358 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386026
Common Names
- Dendrochilum warrenii
- Warren's Dendrochilum
- Warren's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dendrochilum warrenii (also called Warren's dendrochilum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a thin, wiry stem with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrochilum warrenii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrochilum warrenii has white flowers with yellow and pink stripes. The seed is round and black. The seedling is a small, green plant with small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dendrochilum warrenii is a warm-growing epiphyte from the Philippines. It prefers bright light and can be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.
Where to Find Dendrochilum warrenii
Dendrochilum warrenii is native to Indonesia and can be found in the islands of Java, Sumatra, and Bali.
Dendrochilum warrenii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Dendrochilum warrenii?
Dendrochilum warrenii is native to Indonesia.
What type of soil does Dendrochilum warrenii prefer?
Dendrochilum warrenii prefers well-draining, acidic soil.
How often should Dendrochilum warrenii be watered?
Dendrochilum warrenii should be watered once a week during the growing season and once every two weeks during the dormant season.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-239244: Based on the initial data import
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Barbara Gravendeel (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gravend.' in the authors string.