Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Hills
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 15(3): 171–173, f. 1A–B 2000
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001255378
Common Names
- Dresslerella allenii
- Allen's Dresslerella
- Allen's Tree
Description
Dresslerella allenii (also called Allen's Dresslerella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Saxifragaceae. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to New Zealand and is found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dresslerella allenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dresslerella allenii are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dresslerella allenii is a succulent native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in temperatures between 65-75°F. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Dresslerella allenii
Dresslerella allenii can be found in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.
Dresslerella allenii FAQ
What is the common name of Dresslerella allenii?
Allen's Dresslerella
What is the scientific name of Allen's Dresslerella?
Dresslerella allenii
What is the natural habitat of Dresslerella allenii?
It is native to the temperate forests of New Zealand
Species in the Dresslerella genus
Dresslerella portillae,
Dresslerella sijmiana,
Dresslerella cloesii,
Dresslerella lasiocampa,
Dresslerella archilae,
Dresslerella caesariata,
Dresslerella elvallensis,
Dresslerella hirsutissima,
Dresslerella hispida,
Dresslerella pertusa,
Dresslerella pilosissima,
Dresslerella powellii,
Dresslerella stellaris,
Dresslerella allenii,
Dresslerella kalbreyeri,
Dresslerella kerryae,
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,