Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Hirtz
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 103: 278 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805707
Common Names
- Dresslerella lasiocampa
- Woolly-stemmed Dresslerella
- Woolly-stemmed Dresslerella
Description
Dresslerella lasiocampa (also called Hairy Dresslerella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, usually in grasslands or open woodlands. It has long, thin leaves and blooms with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dresslerella lasiocampa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dresslerella lasiocampa is yellow, and the seed is small and black. The seedling is about 1 cm long and has a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dresslerella lasiocampa is a tropical perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be watered sparingly. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Dresslerella lasiocampa
Dresslerella lasiocampa is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Dresslerella lasiocampa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dresslerella lasiocampa?
Dresslerella lasiocampa
What type of plant is Dresslerella lasiocampa?
A perennial herb
Where is Dresslerella lasiocampa native to?
Brazil
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,