Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
filiformis
ID:
386701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Benth. ex Fawc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Prov. List Pl. Jamaica 40 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386033

Common Names

  • Dendrophylax filiformis
  • Thread-like Dendrophylax
  • Thread-like Ghost Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Limodorum filiforme Sw. [unknown]
  • Dendrophylax monteverdi (Rchb.f.) Ackerman & Nir [unknown]
  • Campylocentrum filiforme (Sw.) Cogn. ex Kuntze [unknown]
  • Campylocentrum monteverdi Rolfe [unknown]
  • Aeranthes filiformis Griseb. [unknown]
  • Aeranthes monteverdi Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum filiforme Sw. [unknown]
  • Angraecum filiforme Lindl. [unknown]
  • Harrisella filiformis Cogn. [unknown]
  • Harrisella monteverdi Cogn. [unknown]
  • Campylocentrum filiforme (Sw.) Cogn. [deprecated]

Description

Dendrophylax filiformis (also called thread-leaved dendrophylax, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Caribbean. It has a thin, wiry stem with small, white flowers and dark green leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrophylax filiformis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dendrophylax filiformis has white flowers with purple stripes. The seed is round and black. The seedling is a small, green plant with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrophylax filiformis is a warm-growing epiphyte from the Philippines. It prefers bright light and can be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Dendrophylax filiformis

Dendrophylax filiformis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape.

Dendrophylax filiformis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Dendrophylax filiformis?

Dendrophylax filiformis is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Dendrophylax filiformis prefer?

Dendrophylax filiformis prefers well-draining, sandy soil.

How often should Dendrophylax filiformis be watered?

Dendrophylax filiformis should be watered once a week during the growing season and once every two weeks during the dormant season.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
William Fawcett (1851-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fawc.' in the authors string.