Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dagohoyana
ID:
1335309

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dela Bajan, Tandang & Alejandro

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 292(1): 92 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347763

Common Names

  • Mycetia dagohoyana
  • Dagohoyana Mycetia
  • Dagohoyana Daisy

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Description

Mycetia dagohoyana (also called 'Dagohoyana Orchid' and 'Dagohoyana Plant', among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small plant, with a single, erect, leafless stem, and a single, large, showy flower. It is found in humid, tropical forests, usually at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Mycetia dagohoyana has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mycetia dagohoyana has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a tubular calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mycetia dagohoyana is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in partial shade and requires regular watering. It is best to fertilize the plant in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer. It is also susceptible to root rot if the soil is too wet.

Where to Find Mycetia dagohoyana

Mycetia dagohoyana is native to the Philippines and can be found in the province of Bohol.

Mycetia dagohoyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mycetia dagohoyana?

Mycetia dagohoyana

What is the common name of Mycetia dagohoyana?

Dagohoy's Mycetia

Where is Mycetia dagohoyana found?

It is found in the tropical forests of the Philippines.

Species in the Mycetia genus

Mycetia acuminata, Mycetia angustifolia, Mycetia anlongensis, Mycetia balansae, Mycetia brachybotrys, Mycetia bracteata, Mycetia brevipes, Mycetia brevisepala, Mycetia cauliflora, Mycetia chasalioides, Mycetia fasciculata, Mycetia flava, Mycetia glandulosa, Mycetia gracilis, Mycetia hainanensis, Mycetia hirta, Mycetia holotricha, Mycetia javanica, Mycetia listeri, Mycetia longiflora, Mycetia longifolia, Mycetia malayana, Mycetia minor, Mycetia mukerjiana, Mycetia myrioneura, Mycetia nepalensis, Mycetia obovata, Mycetia ovatistipulata, Mycetia paniculiformis, Mycetia parishii, Mycetia radiciflora, Mycetia rivicola, Mycetia rodgeri, Mycetia siamensis, Mycetia sinensis, Mycetia squamulosopilosa, Mycetia stipulata, Mycetia sumatrana, Mycetia yunnanica, Mycetia mindanaensis, Mycetia basiflora, Mycetia macrocarpa, Mycetia clarkei, Mycetia effusa, Mycetia faberi, Mycetia nutans, Mycetia pubifolia, Mycetia tonkinensis, Mycetia griffithii, Mycetia fangii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Danilo N. Tandang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tandang' in the authors string.
Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alejandro' in the authors string.
Ulpiano P. Dela Bajan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dela Bajan' in the authors string.