Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dominicii
ID:
1333312

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Parra, Szlach. & S.Nowak

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 53: 110 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345766


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Description

Hapalorchis dominicii (also called Hapalorchis dominicii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Dominican Republic and typically grows in open areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed sites. It has a rosette-like stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow and have six petals.

Uses & Benefits

Hapalorchis dominicii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hapalorchis dominicii has white and yellow flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hapalorchis dominicii is a perennial plant that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes in spring or fall. The rhizomes should be planted about 4 inches deep and spaced about 4 inches apart. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.

Where to Find Hapalorchis dominicii

Hapalorchis dominicii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Hapalorchis dominicii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hapalorchis dominicii?

Hapalorchis dominicii

What type of plant is Hapalorchis dominicii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae

Where is Hapalorchis dominicii native to?

Hapalorchis dominicii is native to the Dominican Republic

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Edicson Parra-Sánchez (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Parra' in the authors string.
Sławomir Nowak (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Nowak' in the authors string.