Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rolfe) Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 1: 132 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945793
Common Names
- Eburnea Dressleria
- Eburnea Star-flower
- Eburnea Pentas
Description
Dressleria eburnea (also called 'Ivory 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 eburnea 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 eburnea 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dressleria eburnea 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 eburnea
Dressleria eburnea can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Species in the Dressleria genus
Dressleria dodsoniana,
Dressleria allenii,
Dressleria aurorae,
Dressleria bennettii,
Dressleria dilecta,
Dressleria eburnea,
Dressleria fragrans,
Dressleria helleri,
Dressleria kalbreyeri,
Dressleria kerryae,
Dressleria severiniana,
Dressleria williamsiana,
Dressleria morenoi,
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,