Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jacksonii
ID:
1320368

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Quirk) B.Bock

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Centre-Ouest 42: 272 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332822

Common Names

  • Dactylodenia Jacksonii
  • Jacksonii Dactylodenia
  • Jacksonii

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Description

Dactylodenia jacksonii (also called Jackson's dactylodenia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Indonesian island of Sumatra and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Dactylodenia jacksonii is used as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dactylodenia jacksonii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dactylodenia jacksonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Dactylodenia jacksonii

Dactylodenia jacksonii is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Dactylodenia jacksonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactylodenia jacksonii?

Dactylodenia jacksonii

What type of plant is Dactylodenia jacksonii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Dactylodenia jacksonii found?

It is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

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

R. Quirk (d.1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quirk' in the authors string.
Benoit Bock (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bock' in the authors string.