Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hannibalii
ID:
765700

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.W.Lenz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Aliso 7: 316 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765033

Common Names

  • Dandya hannibalii
  • Hannibal's Dandya
  • Hannibal's Orchid

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Description

Dandya hannibalii (also called Hannibal's dandy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dandya hannibalii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive flowers and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dandya hannibalii is yellow with a white lip and a long spur. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dandya hannibalii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11 and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F. It should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Dandya hannibalii

Dandya hannibalii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Dandya hannibalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dandya hannibalii?

Dandya hannibalii

What type of plant is Dandya hannibalii?

Dandya hannibalii is an evergreen perennial plant.

Where is Dandya hannibalii native to?

Dandya hannibalii is native to Mexico.

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303939: Based on the initial data import
Lee Wayne Lenz (b.1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Lenz' in the authors string.