Dresslerella stellaris - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellaris
ID:
946450
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 188 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945788
Common Names
- Stellaris Dresslerella
- Stellaris Star-flower
- Stellaris Pentas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dresslerella stellaris (also called 'Star 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 stellaris 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 stellaris 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 stellaris 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 stellaris
Dresslerella stellaris 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-64212: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.