Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
greenwoodiana
ID:
399281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soto Arenas, Salazar & Solano

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 550 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398613

Common Names

  • Dryadella greenwoodiana
  • Greenwoodiana Orchid
  • Greenwoodiana Dryadella

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Description

Dryadella greenwoodiana (also called Greenwood's dryadella, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It has a single, fleshy, heart-shaped leaf and a single, short inflorescence with yellow flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dryadella greenwoodiana is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is often used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dryadella greenwoodiana has yellow flowers with red centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dryadella greenwoodiana is a small, evergreen, shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil, and full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a terrarium or greenhouse, as it is sensitive to cold temperatures.

Where to Find Dryadella greenwoodiana

Dryadella greenwoodiana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Dryadella greenwoodiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dryadella greenwoodiana?

Dryadella greenwoodiana

What is the common name of Dryadella greenwoodiana?

Greenwood's Dryadella

What type of plant is Dryadella greenwoodiana?

Orchid

Species in the Dryadella genus

Dryadella ana-paulae, Dryadella greenwoodiana, Dryadella vitorinoi, Dryadella werneri, Dryadella barrowii, Dryadella clavellata, Dryadella crassicaudata, Dryadella mocoana, Dryadella nasuta, Dryadella nortonii, Dryadella sublata, Dryadella toscanoi, Dryadella vasquezii, Dryadella wuerstlei, Dryadella litoralis, Dryadella marilyniana, Dryadella ataleiensis, Dryadella albicans, Dryadella aurea, Dryadella auriculigera, Dryadella aviceps, Dryadella butcheri, Dryadella crenulata, Dryadella cristata, Dryadella cuspidata, Dryadella dodsonii, Dryadella dressleri, Dryadella edwallii, Dryadella elata, Dryadella espirito-santensis, Dryadella fuchsii, Dryadella gnoma, Dryadella gomes-ferreirae, Dryadella guatemalensis, Dryadella hirtzii, Dryadella kautskyi, Dryadella lilliputiana, Dryadella linearifolia, Dryadella lueriana, Dryadella marsupiata, Dryadella meiracyllium, Dryadella minuscula, Dryadella odontostele, Dryadella osmariniana, Dryadella pachyrhiza, Dryadella perpusilla, Dryadella pusiola, Dryadella rodrigoi, Dryadella simula, Dryadella sororcula,

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-241514: Based on the initial data import
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Rodolfo Solano Gómez (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Solano' in the authors string.