Dahlstedtia confertiflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
1320212
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) M.J.Silva & A.M.G.Azevedo
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Taxon61: 105 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332666
Common Names
- Dahlstedtia Confertiflora
- Confertiflora Dahlstedtia
- Confertiflora Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dahlstedtia confertiflora (also called 'Dense-flowered Dahlstedtia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It grows to a height of up to 0.2 m and has oblong-lanceolate leaves with a hairy surface. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dahlstedtia confertiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dahlstedtia confertiflora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dahlstedtia confertiflora is a perennial that is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take cuttings from the stems in the spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a bright, indirect light and water regularly. The cuttings should root in about 4 weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, transplant them into the garden.
Where to Find Dahlstedtia confertiflora
Dahlstedtia confertiflora is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, and Nevada.
Species in the Dahlstedtia genus
Dahlstedtia pinnata, Dahlstedtia pentaphylla, Dahlstedtia araripensis, Dahlstedtia bahiana, Dahlstedtia castaneifolia, Dahlstedtia dehiscens, Dahlstedtia floribunda, Dahlstedtia glaziovii, Dahlstedtia grandiflora, Dahlstedtia lewisiana, Dahlstedtia peckoltii, Dahlstedtia calcarata, Dahlstedtia confertiflora, Dahlstedtia hylobia, Dahlstedtia muehlbergiana, Dahlstedtia burkartii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Marcos José da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Silva' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118417-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Dahlstedtia confertiflora (Benth.) M.J.Silva & A.M.G.Azevedo: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.