Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
breviscapa
ID:
1326453

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Kocyan & Schuit.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 161: 64 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338907



Common Names

  • Dimorphorchis breviscapa
  • Dimorphorchis
  • Breviscapa


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Description

Dimorphorchis breviscapa (also called Short-spiked Dimorphorchis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphorchis breviscapa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, containers, and rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dimorphorchis breviscapa is white, with a yellow lip, and has a pleasant scent. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphorchis breviscapa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Dimorphorchis breviscapa

Dimorphorchis breviscapa is native to Southeast Asia.

Dimorphorchis breviscapa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphorchis breviscapa?

Dimorphorchis breviscapa

What are the common names of Dimorphorchis breviscapa?

Coralberry, Coralberry Bush

What is the growth habit of Dimorphorchis breviscapa?

It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

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

Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Alexander Kocyan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kocyan' in the authors string.