Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
berninaensis
ID:
1327079

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.Schmid) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1306, Suppl.): 37 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339533

Common Names

  • Dactylodenia berninaensis
  • Berninaensis Dactylodenia
  • Dactylodenia Berninaensis

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Description

Dactylodenia berninaensis (also called Berninaensis Dactylodenia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Europe. It has a long, narrow leaf blade and a short, dense inflorescence. It is found in wet meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas in its native range.

Uses & Benefits

Dactylodenia berninaensis is a medicinal plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dactylodenia berninaensis has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dactylodenia berninaensis is a terrestrial orchid native to the Alps. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a cool, humid environment and partial shade. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. Water regularly and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Dactylodenia berninaensis

Dactylodenia berninaensis is native to Switzerland and can be found in the canton of Graubünden.

Dactylodenia berninaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dactylodenia berninaensis?

Dactylodenia berninaensis

What is the common name of Dactylodenia berninaensis?

Bernina Dactylodenia

What is the natural habitat of Dactylodenia berninaensis?

It is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama

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

Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
W. Schmid: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Schmid' in the authors string.