Status:
valid
Authors:
Valsko, Holanda & Krahl
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Richardiana 14: 134 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318381
Common Names
- Fusca Dichaea
- Dichaea Fusca
- Dark Dichaea
Description
Dichaea fusca (also called brown dichaea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It has a short, erect stem with two to three leaves and a single flower. It grows in open areas and in the shade of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Dichaea fusca is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dichaea fusca has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dichaea fusca is an epiphytic orchid native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.
Where to Find Dichaea fusca
Dichaea fusca can be found in the Brazilian states of Paraná, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul.
Dichaea fusca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichaea fusca?
Dichaea fusca
What is the common name of Dichaea fusca?
Fusca
What is the natural habitat of Dichaea fusca?
Tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America
Species in the Dichaea genus
Dichaea elliptica,
Dichaea filiarum,
Dichaea viridula,
Dichaea alinae,
Dichaea dressleri,
Dichaea globosa,
Dichaea gomez-lauritoi,
Dichaea elianae,
Dichaea acroblepara,
Dichaea acuminata,
Dichaea alcantarae,
Dichaea amparoana,
Dichaea anchorifera,
Dichaea ancoraelabia,
Dichaea anguina,
Dichaea angustifolia,
Dichaea angustisegmenta,
Dichaea antioquiensis,
Dichaea australis,
Dichaea benzingii,
Dichaea boliviana,
Dichaea brachyphylla,
Dichaea brevicaulis,
Dichaea bryophila,
Dichaea buchtienii,
Dichaea cachacoensis,
Dichaea calyculata,
Dichaea camaridioides,
Dichaea campanulata,
Dichaea caquetana,
Dichaea caveroi,
Dichaea chasei,
Dichaea chiquindensis,
Dichaea ciliolata,
Dichaea cleistogama,
Dichaea cogniauxiana,
Dichaea cornuta,
Dichaea costaricensis,
Dichaea cryptarrhena,
Dichaea dammeriana,
Dichaea delcastilloi,
Dichaea ecuadorensis,
Dichaea eligulata,
Dichaea escobariana,
Dichaea fragrantissima,
Dichaea galeata,
Dichaea glauca,
Dichaea gorgonensis,
Dichaea gracillima,
Dichaea graminoides,
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
M.W. Holanda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holanda' in the authors string.