Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lebelii
ID:
1412339

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eb.Fisch. & Killmann) Descourv. & Stévart

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 349(3): 252. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424804

Common Names

  • Lebelii Diaphananthe
  • Lebel's Diaphananthe
  • Lebel's Orchid

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Description

Diaphananthe lebelii (also called 'Lebelii Orchid', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with yellow and white flowers. It is native to Madagascar, and it can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Diaphananthe lebelii is a popular houseplant and is used to add a tropical touch to any home. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover in gardens. It is known for its air purifying properties and can help to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Diaphananthe lebelii are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diaphananthe lebelii can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting of at least 10 cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. The cutting should root within a few weeks. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Diaphananthe lebelii

Diaphananthe lebelii is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical forests.

Diaphananthe lebelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diaphananthe lebelii?

Diaphananthe lebelii

What type of plant is Diaphananthe lebelii?

Orchid

Where is Diaphananthe lebelii native to?

Madagascar

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

Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.
Dorothee Killmann (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killmann' in the authors string.
Pascal Descourvières: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Descourv.' in the authors string.