Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
389443

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 253 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388775



Common Names

  • Diodonopsis pygmaea
  • Pygmaea Diodonopsis
  • Diodonopsis


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia exigua Ames & C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia muriculata Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia pygmaea Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Diodonopsis pygmaea (also called Pygmy Diodonopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a slender stem and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diodonopsis pygmaea has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used for its ornamental value in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diodonopsis pygmaea are small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diodonopsis pygmaea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Diodonopsis pygmaea

Diodonopsis pygmaea is native to Brazil and can be found in wet forests and savannas.

Diodonopsis pygmaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diodonopsis pygmaea?

Diodonopsis pygmaea

What is the common name of Diodonopsis pygmaea?

Pygmy diodonopsis

What is the natural habitat of Diodonopsis pygmaea?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of the southwestern United States

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-239723: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.