Status:
valid
Authors:
Tsukaya, M.Nakaj. & H.Okada
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 56: 208 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805678
Common Names
- Didymoplexiella cinnabarina
- Cinnabarina Didymoplexiella
- Didymoplexiella
Description
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina (also called Cinnabar Didymoplexiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to East Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, usually in grasslands or open woodlands. It has long, thin leaves and blooms with red flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Didymoplexiella cinnabarina is yellow, and the seed is small and black. The seedling is about 1 cm long and has a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in bright light. It prefers a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Didymoplexiella cinnabarina
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina is native to China and can be found in the temperate deciduous forest.
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Didymoplexiella cinnabarina?
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
How much light does Didymoplexiella cinnabarina need?
Didymoplexiella cinnabarina prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Didymoplexiella cinnabarina?
Water Didymoplexiella cinnabarina when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Didymoplexiella genus
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
Mutsuko Nakajima: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Nakaj.' in the authors string.