Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dayana
ID:
268295

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1872: 1618 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267627

Common Names

  • Pescatoria dayana
  • Dayana Pescatoria
  • Day's Pescatoria

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Synonyms

  • Zygopetalum dayanum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pescatoria dayana rhodacra Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum dayanum rhodacrum (Rchb.f.) F.T.Hubb. [unknown]

Description

Pescatoria dayana (also called Day's Pescatoria, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, long-stemmed leaf and a single, white flower with purple spots. It grows in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Uses & Benefits

Pescatoria dayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, colourful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pescatoria dayana has small, white flowers with a yellow center, and a single, small, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pescatoria dayana is a terrestrial orchid native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the temperature between 20-25°C. To propagate by division, divide the clump of plants in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Pescatoria dayana

Pescatoria dayana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pescatoria dayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pescatoria dayana?

Pescatoria dayana

What is the family of Pescatoria dayana?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Pescatoria dayana?

Tropical forests

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