Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 3: 4 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945783
Common Names
- Hispid Dresslerella
- Hispid Star-flower
- Hispid Pentas
Description
Dresslerella hispida (also called 'Rough Dresslerella', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, and prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dresslerella hispida is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Caucasus. It is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dresslerella hispida is a small, yellow-colored bloom with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dresslerella hispida is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is a slow-growing species and can take up to 3 years to reach maturity. Propagation is done through seed or division of the rhizome. Cultivation requires a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a sunny position. It is best to water the plants regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering as it can cause root rot.
Where to Find Dresslerella hispida
Dresslerella hispida can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
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,