Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
1321947

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) P.J.Cribb & Carlsward

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 71: 45 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334401

Common Names

  • Diaphananthe lanceolata
  • Lanceolata Diaphananthe
  • Diaphananthe's Lanceolata

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Description

Diaphananthe lanceolata (also called Lanceolata, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to South America, where it is found in rocky, sandy soils in grassland, scrub and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Diaphananthe lanceolata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diaphananthe lanceolata is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Where to Find Diaphananthe lanceolata

Diaphananthe lanceolata can be found in Gabon.

Diaphananthe lanceolata FAQ

What is the common name of Diaphananthe lanceolata?

Lanceolata

What is the natural habitat of Diaphananthe lanceolata?

It is native to Madagascar.

What are the characteristics of Diaphananthe lanceolata?

It has a short stem and oval-shaped, green leaves. The white flowers have five petals and are bell-shaped.

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

Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Barbara Sue Carlsward (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlsward' in the authors string.