Didymoplexis seidenfadenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
seidenfadenii
ID:
389081
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.S.Kumar & Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Orchid Memories : 182 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388413
Common Names
- Seidenfadenii Didymoplexis
- Seidenfadenii Whitlow-grass
- Seidenfadenii Whitlowwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii (also called Seidenfaden's broomrape, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas and is found in areas with sparse vegetation. It has small, yellowish-green flowers and is typically found in small clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Didymoplexis seidenfadenii is small and yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Didymoplexis seidenfadenii
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii is found in India.
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Didymoplexis seidenfadenii?
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii
What is the common name of Didymoplexis seidenfadenii?
Seidenfaden's didymoplexis
What is the natural habitat of Didymoplexis seidenfadenii?
It is native to the Caribbean Islands and Central America
Species in the Didymoplexis genus
Didymoplexis seidenfadenii, Didymoplexis africana, Didymoplexis cornuta, Didymoplexis flexipes, Didymoplexis himalaica, Didymoplexis latilabris, Didymoplexis micradenia, Didymoplexis minor, Didymoplexis obreniformis, Didymoplexis pachystomoides, Didymoplexis pallens, Didymoplexis philippinensis, Didymoplexis striata, Didymoplexis torricellensis, Didymoplexis trukensis, Didymoplexis verrucosa, Didymoplexis vietnamica, Didymoplexis avaratraensis, Didymoplexis recurvata, Didymoplexis sirichaii,
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-239667: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
C.Sathish Kumar (1957-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Kumar' in the authors string.