Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kerryae
ID:
946459

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.G.Hills

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 15: 173 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945797



Common Names

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


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Description

Dressleria kerryae (also called 'Kerry'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 kerryae is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant, and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dressleria kerryae 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 kerryae 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 kerryae

Dressleria kerryae 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-64222: Based on the initial data import
Harold George Hills (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Hills' in the authors string.