Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cinnabarina
ID:
806344

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


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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.

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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 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-343965: Based on the initial data import
Hiroshi Okada (1963-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Okada' in the authors string.
Hirokazu Tsukaya (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tsukaya' in the authors string.
Mutsuko Nakajima: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Nakaj.' in the authors string.