Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
dianthus
ID:
378704

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danser

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 344 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378036

Common Names

  • Macrosolen dianthus
  • Dianthus Macrosolen
  • Dianthus-Leaved Macrosolen

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus dianthus King & Scort. [unknown]
  • Loranthus subsessilis Merr. [unknown]
  • Macrosolen wrayi Danser [unknown]
  • Macrosolen krempfii Danser [unknown]
  • Macrosolen subsessilis Danser [unknown]
  • Blumella diantha Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Elytranthe diantha Gamble [unknown]
  • Elytranthe krempfii Lecomte [unknown]
  • Elytranthe wrayi Gamble [unknown]

Description

Macrosolen dianthus (also called Dianthus macrosolen, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, and prefers humid, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macrosolen dianthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating headaches and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macrosolen dianthus are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrosolen dianthus is a tropical, evergreen, perennial climber. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It needs a warm, humid, and sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. It requires moist, well-drained soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Macrosolen dianthus

Macrosolen dianthus can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Macrosolen dianthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrosolen dianthus?

Macrosolen dianthus

What is the common name of Macrosolen dianthus?

Dianthus

What is the family of Macrosolen dianthus?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Macrosolen genus

Macrosolen tubiflorus, Macrosolen globosus, Macrosolen macrophyllus, Macrosolen melintangensis, Macrosolen crassus, Macrosolen formosus, Macrosolen curtiflorus, Macrosolen papillosus, Macrosolen demesae, Macrosolen dianthus, Macrosolen flammeus, Macrosolen tetragonus, Macrosolen trigonus, Macrosolen surigaoensis, Macrosolen pusillus, Macrosolen platyphyllus, Macrosolen psilanthus, Macrosolen retusus, Macrosolen pseudoperfoliatus, Macrosolen beccarii, Macrosolen amboinensis, Macrosolen ampullaceus, Macrosolen annamicus, Macrosolen barlowii, Macrosolen bellus, Macrosolen brandisianus, Macrosolen brevitubus, Macrosolen albicaulis, Macrosolen acunae, Macrosolen cochinchinensis, Macrosolen capitellatus, Macrosolen parasiticus, Macrosolen avenis, Macrosolen suberosus, Macrosolen bibracteolatus, Macrosolen robinsonii, Macrosolen tricolor, Macrosolen geminatus, Macrosolen andamanensis,

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,