Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longicaulis
ID:
1324229

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Ormerod

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 12: 35 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336683



Common Names

  • Longicaulis Dimorphorchis
  • Longicaulis
  • Dimorphorchis Longicaulis


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Description

Dimorphorchis longicaulis (also called 'Long-stemmed Dimorphorchis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and cliffs. It has an erect stem, with ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dimorphorchis longicaulis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat fever, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dimorphorchis longicaulis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dimorphorchis longicaulis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dimorphorchis longicaulis

Dimorphorchis longicaulis can be found in the Himalayas and East Asia.

Dimorphorchis longicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dimorphorchis longicaulis?

Dimorphorchis longicaulis

What is the natural habitat of Dimorphorchis longicaulis?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

What is the common name of Dimorphorchis longicaulis?

None

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.