Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bennettii
ID:
946453

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.G.Hills & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 47: 184 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945791



Common Names

  • Bennett's Dressleria
  • Bennett's Star-flower
  • Bennett's Pentas


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Description

Dressleria bennettii (also called 'Bennett's Dressleria', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dressleria bennettii is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Caucasus. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dressleria bennettii is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dressleria bennettii is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is a slow-growing species and can take up to 3 years to reach maturity. Propagation is done through seed or division of the rhizome. Cultivation requires a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position. It is best to water the plants regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering as it can cause root rot.

Where to Find Dressleria bennettii

Dressleria bennettii can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

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-64216: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Harold George Hills (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Hills' in the authors string.