Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
melunae
ID:
1333360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila & Chiron

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 15: 329 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345814

Common Names

  • Dichaea Melunae
  • Melunae's Dichaea
  • Melunae Dichaea

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Description

Dichaea melunae (also called Dichaea Melunae, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a single stem, and grows up to 15 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas, and is native to Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Uses & Benefits

Dichaea melunae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has a sweet, citrus-like flavor and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dichaea melunae is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichaea melunae is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade.

Where to Find Dichaea melunae

Dichaea melunae is native to Peru and can be found in the wild in the Amazon rainforest.

Dichaea melunae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dichaea melunae?

Dichaea melunae

What is the common name of Dichaea melunae?

Melun's orchid

What type of plant is Dichaea melunae?

Orchid

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

Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.