Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) J.J.Wood
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Pl. Mt. Kinabalu 2(Orchids): 206 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000943441
Common Names
- Dilochia Rigida
- Rigid Dilochia
- Rigid-flowered Dilochia
Description
Dilochia rigida (also called Rigid Dilochia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1.5 meters in height, with white flowers. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dilochia rigida is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant and in containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dilochia rigida has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dilochia rigida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dilochia rigida
Dilochia rigida is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Species in the Dilochia genus
Dilochia cantleyi,
Dilochia celebica,
Dilochia elmeri,
Dilochia longilabris,
Dilochia parviflora,
Dilochia rigida,
Dilochia subsessilis,
Dilochia wallichii,
Dilochia carnosa,
Dilochia beamanii,
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,