Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
violacea
ID:
943589

Status:
valid

Authors:
Folsom

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 58: 190 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000942927

Common Names

  • Dichaea Violacea
  • Violet Orchid
  • Tropical Orchid

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Description

Dichaea violacea (also called Violet Dichaea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America and northern South America. It has a single, thin, erect, leaf and a single, thin, erect, flower stem. It is found in humid forests, usually at altitudes of 500-1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dichaea violacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Dichaea violacea is white, with a yellowish-green lip. Seed: The seed of Dichaea violacea is small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Dichaea violacea are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dichaea violacea can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It is best grown in temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F). Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Dichaea violacea

Dichaea violacea can be found in the tropical forests of 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-61302: Based on the initial data import
James P. Folsom (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Folsom' in the authors string.