Dendrophylax macrocarpus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpus
ID:
386710
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dod) Carlsward & Whitten
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Int. J. Pl. Sci. 164: 51 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386042
Common Names
- Dendrophylax macrocarpus
- Large-fruited Dendrophylax
- Large-fruited Ghost Orchid
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- Campylocentrum macrocarpum Dod [unknown]
Description
Dendrophylax macrocarpus (also called large-fruited dendrophylax, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Caribbean. It has a thin, wiry stem with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrophylax macrocarpus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrophylax macrocarpus has white flowers with pink stripes. The seed is round and black. The seedling is a small, green plant with small leaves.
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Dendrophylax macrocarpus is a warm-growing epiphyte from the Philippines. It prefers bright light and can be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.
Where to Find Dendrophylax macrocarpus
Dendrophylax macrocarpus is native to Cuba and can be found in the forests of the Caribbean.
Dendrophylax macrocarpus FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Dendrophylax macrocarpus?
Dendrophylax macrocarpus is native to Mexico.
What type of soil does Dendrophylax macrocarpus prefer?
Dendrophylax macrocarpus prefers well-draining, sandy soil.
How often should Dendrophylax macrocarpus be watered?
Dendrophylax macrocarpus should be watered once a week during the growing season and once every two weeks during the dormant season.
Species in the Dendrophylax genus
Dendrophylax filiformis, Dendrophylax filiformis, Dendrophylax macrocarpus, Dendrophylax porrectus, Dendrophylax alcoa, Dendrophylax barrettiae, Dendrophylax constanzensis, Dendrophylax fawcettii, Dendrophylax funalis, Dendrophylax gracilis, Dendrophylax helorrhiza, Dendrophylax lindenii, Dendrophylax sallei, Dendrophylax serpentilingua, Dendrophylax varius, Dendrophylax funalis, Dendrophylax megarhizus,
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-239248: Based on the initial data import
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.
William Mark Whitten (1954-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitten' in the authors string.
Barbara Sue Carlsward (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlsward' in the authors string.