Paphinia dunstervillei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dunstervillei
ID:
264529
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson & G.A.Romero
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 62: 899 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263861
Common Names
- Paphinia dunstervillei
- Dunstervillei Paphinia
- Dunsterville's Paphinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paphinia dunstervillei (also called Dunsterville's Paphinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has an erect stem with white flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Paphinia dunstervillei is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paphinia dunstervillei is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paphinia dunstervillei is an epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation is done by division of the plant, which should be done when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Paphinia dunstervillei
Paphinia dunstervillei is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Paphinia dunstervillei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphinia dunstervillei?
Paphinia dunstervillei
What is the common name of Paphinia dunstervillei?
Dunsterville's Paphinia
What is the natural habitat of Paphinia dunstervillei?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Paphinia genus
Paphinia benzingii, Paphinia cristata, Paphinia dunstervillei, Paphinia grandiflora, Paphinia herrerae, Paphinia hirtzii, Paphinia levyae, Paphinia lindeniana, Paphinia litensis, Paphinia neudeckeri, Paphinia posadarum, Paphinia rugosa, Paphinia seegeri, Paphinia subclausa, Paphinia zamorae, Paphinia vermiculifera,
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-146948: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Gustavo Adolfo Romero González (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Romero' in the authors string.