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Dyakia hendersoniana (Rchb.f.) Christenson
| Family Name: | Orchidaceae |
| Synonyms: | Ascocentrum hendersonianium (Rchb.f.) Schltr., Saccolabium hendersonianum Rchb.f. |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Monocotyledon) |
|---|---|
| Plant Growth Form | Epiphyte |
| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Borneo |
|---|---|
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
| Local Conservation Status | Non-native (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | An epiphyte, it has a sympodial, arching growth form. |
|---|---|
| Flowers | The flowers are borne on erect racemes and are spirally arranged. The sepals and petals are slightly cupped and bright pink, the flower lip is white and slightly pink at the base. |
| Habitat | It is found growing in areas with high humidity at hilly country or mountains from 500 to 700m in altitude. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
|---|---|
| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Suitable for Hanging Baskets |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
|---|---|
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Division |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower & Plant Sexuality | Bisexual Flowers |
| Flower Colour(s) | Pink, White |
|---|---|
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Flower Location | Axillary |
| Flower Symmetry | Bilateral |
| Inflorescence Type | Raceme |
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Others
| Master ID | 31915 |
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| Species ID | 6317 |
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