Status:
valid
Authors:
(Link) Parl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ital. 3: 405 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000971883
Common Names
- Gennaria diphylla
- Diphylla Gennaria
- Gennaria Plant
Description
Gennaria diphylla (also called Diphylla gennaria, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soils.
Uses & Benefits
Gennaria diphylla is a medicinal plant used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Gennaria diphylla are white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gennaria diphylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Gennaria diphylla
Gennaria diphylla is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Gennaria genus
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,