Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
836079

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Van den Berg & Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 2: 8 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835414



Common Names

  • Domingoa Purpurea
  • Purpurea Domingoa
  • Purpurea Orchid


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Description

Domingoa purpurea (also called Purple Domingoa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a small, shrubby plant with purple-tinged leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers tropical climates and is found in humid mountain forests, at altitudes between 1,000 and 3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Domingoa purpurea has white flowers with yellowish-green markings. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped capsule containing numerous small, black, angular seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Domingoa purpurea is a terrestrial orchid native to Peru. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Domingoa purpurea

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

Domingoa purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Domingoa purpurea?

Domingoa purpurea

What is the natural habitat of Domingoa purpurea?

Tropical rainforests of Africa

What is the flowering season of Domingoa purpurea?

June to August

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-372643: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.