Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Morren
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Roy. Agric. Gand 4: 171 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945264
Common Names
- Dossinia marmorata
- Mottled Dossinia
- Marbled Dossinia
Description
Dossinia marmorata (also called Marbled Dossinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dossinia marmorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dossinia marmorata are yellow or orange, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and have a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dossinia marmorata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Dossinia marmorata
Dossinia marmorata can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Species in the Dossinia genus
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,