Dresslerella pilosissima - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosissima
ID:
946448
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 185 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945786
Common Names
- Pilosissima Dresslerella
- Pilosissima Star-flower
- Pilosissima Pentas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dresslerella pilosissima (also called 'Hairy 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 pilosissima 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 Dresslerella pilosissima flower is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dresslerella pilosissima 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 pilosissima
Dresslerella pilosissima 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-64210: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.