Disa procera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
procera
ID:
836093
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.P.Linder
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 1246 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835428
Common Names
- Disa Procera
- Procera Disa
- Disa Procerum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Disa procera (also called Procera Disa, among many other common names) is an orchid species native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in moist, grassy areas, often in the shade of shrubs and trees.
Uses & Benefits
Disa procera is a species of orchid native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Disa procera is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Disa procera is a terrestrial orchid native to South Africa. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seed should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Disa procera
Disa procera is native to the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. It is found growing on trees in the lowland rainforest.
Disa procera FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Disa procera?
Disa procera is native to South Africa.
What is the ideal temperature for Disa procera?
Disa procera prefers temperatures between 60-75°F (15-24°C).
What is the ideal light for Disa procera?
Disa procera prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Disa genus
Disa facula, Disa remota, Disa vigilans, Disa linderiana, Disa vogelpoelii, Disa procera, Disa albomagentea, Disa aconitoides, Disa aemula, Disa aequiloba, Disa alinae, Disa alticola, Disa amoena, Disa andringitrana, Disa aperta, Disa arida, Disa aristata, Disa atricapilla, Disa atrorubens, Disa aurata, Disa barbata, Disa basutorum, Disa baurii, Disa begleyi, Disa bifida, Disa biflora, Disa bivalvata, Disa bodkinii, Disa bolusiana, Disa borbonica, Disa brachyceras, Disa bracteata, Disa brendae, Disa brevicornis, Disa brevipetala, Disa buchenaviana, Disa caffra, Disa cardinalis, Disa caulescens, Disa cedarbergensis, Disa celata, Disa cephalotes, Disa cernua, Disa chimanimaniensis, Disa chrysostachya, Disa clavicornis, Disa cochlearis, Disa comosa, Disa conferta, Disa cooperi,
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-372656: Based on the initial data import
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.