Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vesicata
ID:
1321954

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 71: 46 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334408

Common Names

  • Diaphananthe vesicata
  • Vesicata Diaphananthe
  • Diaphananthe's Vesicata

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Description

Diaphananthe vesicata (also called Vesicata, 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 moist, sandy soils in wet meadows, marshes and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Diaphananthe vesicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diaphananthe vesicata is yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diaphananthe vesicata is an epiphytic orchid that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, organic potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Diaphananthe vesicata

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

Diaphananthe vesicata FAQ

What is the common name of Diaphananthe vesicata?

Vesicata

What is the natural habitat of Diaphananthe vesicata?

It is native to Madagascar.

What are the characteristics of Diaphananthe vesicata?

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Barbara Sue Carlsward (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlsward' in the authors string.