Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
guerichii
ID:
1411976

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Meeuse) A.R.Simões & Staples

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 183(4): 574. 2017 [17 Apr 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424441

Common Names

  • Guerichii Distimake
  • Guerichii Distimake Plant
  • Guerichii Distimake Flower

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Description

Distimake guerichii (also called 'Guerich's Distimake', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to South America. It is found in wet meadows, bogs, and damp grasslands, often in acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Distimake guerichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces beautiful yellow and green flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Distimake guerichii has yellow flowers with white centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distimake guerichii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a moist medium. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until roots form, then it can be cut off and transplanted.

Where to Find Distimake guerichii

Distimake guerichii can be found in Mexico.

Distimake guerichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distimake guerichii?

Distimake guerichii

What is the common name of Distimake guerichii?

Guerich's Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Distimake guerichii?

Distimake guerichii is native to South Africa

Species in the Distimake genus

Distimake contorquens, Distimake ericoides, Distimake flagellaris, Distimake hirsutus, Distimake hoehnei, Distimake igneus, Distimake maragniensis, Distimake repens, Distimake tomentosus, Distimake hasslerianus, Distimake tuberosus, Distimake ternifoliolus, Distimake subpalmatus, Distimake kentrocaulos, Distimake dimorphophyllus, Distimake grandiflorus, Distimake guerichii, Distimake kimberleyensis, Distimake digitatus, Distimake davenportii, Distimake cissoides, Distimake cielensis, Distimake bipinnatipartitus, Distimake austinii, Distimake aureus, Distimake aturensis, Distimake ampelophyllus, Distimake aegyptius, Distimake macdonaldii, Distimake quinquefolius, Distimake rhyncorhiza, Distimake semisagittus, Distimake somalensis, Distimake stellatus, Distimake quinatus, Distimake macrocalyx, Distimake multisectus, Distimake nervosus, Distimake palmeri, Distimake quercifolius, Distimake weberbaueri, Distimake lobulibracteatus, Distimake dissectus,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.
Adrianus Dirk Jacob Meeuse (1914-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Meeuse' in the authors string.
Ana Rita Simões: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Simões' in the authors string.