Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ferrugineum
ID:
1322738

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) A.N.Rao

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bull. Arunachal Forest Res. 26: 103 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335192

Common Names

  • Ferrugineum Dendrolirium
  • Ferrugineum Spring Dendrolirium
  • Ferrugineum Mountain Dendrolirium

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Description

Dendrolirium ferrugineum (also called Rusty Dendrolirium, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers, native to India and Myanmar. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrolirium ferrugineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source in some parts of Asia.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrolirium ferrugineum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrolirium ferrugineum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Dendrolirium ferrugineum

Dendrolirium ferrugineum is native to India and can be found in the wild in this region.

Dendrolirium ferrugineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrolirium ferrugineum?

Dendrolirium ferrugineum

What is the common name of Dendrolirium ferrugineum?

Rusty Dendrolirium

What is the natural habitat of Dendrolirium ferrugineum?

It is native to India.

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
A.Nageswara Rao (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.N.Rao' in the authors string.