Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
dendrophila
ID:
233094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 73 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232425

Common Names

  • Macodes Dendrophila
  • Tree-loving Macodes
  • Tree-loving Starwort

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Description

Macodes dendrophila (also called Dendrophilous macodes, among many other common names) is a herbaceous species in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height, with a stem diameter of up to 5 centimeters. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a length of 5 to 10 centimeters.

Uses & Benefits

Macodes dendrophila is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macodes dendrophila is a white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macodes dendrophila is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Macodes dendrophila

Macodes dendrophila is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Macodes dendrophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macodes dendrophila?

Macodes dendrophila

What is the common name of Macodes dendrophila?

Dendrophila Jewel Orchid

What type of plant is Macodes dendrophila?

Epiphytic orchid

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,

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