Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gemma
ID:
836089

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Van den Berg & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 2: 8 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835424



Common Names

  • Domingoa Gemma
  • Gemma's Domingoa
  • Domingoa Gemmai


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Description

Domingoa gemma (also called Gemma's Domingoa, 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

Domingoa gemma is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Domingoa gemma is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Domingoa gemma is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Central and South America. It is a warm-growing species that 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 Domingoa gemma

Domingoa gemma is native to the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the island of Borneo. It is found growing on trees in the lowland rainforest.

Domingoa gemma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Domingoa gemma?

Domingoa gemma

What is the natural habitat of Domingoa gemma?

Tropical rainforests of Africa

What is the flowering season of Domingoa gemma?

April to June

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-372652: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.