Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
dorana
ID:
511301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gertel) Hentzschel & K.Augustin

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
in Gymnocalycium 21: 778. 2008.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510633

Common Names

  • Dorana Weingartia
  • Dorana Weingartia Cactiformis
  • Dorana Weingartia Cactiformis

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Synonyms

  • Sulcorebutia dorana Gertel [unknown]
  • Sulcorebutia purpurea dorana (Gertel) Halda, Heřtus & Horáček [unknown]

Description

Weingartia dorana (also called Dorana Weingartia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic cactus native to tropical South America. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow, tubular flowers. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Weingartia dorana is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weingartia dorana has white to pale yellow flowers with a yellow centre. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weingartia dorana is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in the spring or summer and rooted in moist sand or soil.

Where to Find Weingartia dorana

Weingartia dorana is native to the mountains of Central Asia. It can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Weingartia dorana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weingartia dorana?

Weingartia dorana

What is the common name of Weingartia dorana?

Dorana

What is the family of Weingartia dorana?

Cactaceae

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Willi Gertel (1945-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gertel' in the authors string.
Günter Hentzschel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hentzschel' in the authors string.
Karl Augustin (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Augustin' in the authors string.