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Description
Dienia Ophrydis is a species of plant that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. It is also known as the Nodding Orchid or the Nodding Wintergreen. This plant is native to Europe, where it grows in damp meadows, wet grasslands, and marshes. The plant is characterized by its green leaves and white or pink flowers that bloom in the summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya || Kingdom | Plantae || Phylum | Spermatophyta || Class | Magnoliopsida || Order | Asparagales || Family | Orchidaceae || Genus | Dienia || Species | Ophrydis |
Appearance
Dienia Ophrydis is a perennial herb that grows up to 30cm tall. It has a single stem that is green and slightly hairy. The leaves are ovate, green, and grow up to 6cm long. The flowers of the plant are borne in a raceme and are nodding. The sepals and petals are white or pink, and the lip is pink or purple. The flowers bloom from May to August.
Care Guide
Dienia Ophrydis requires moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It prefers partial shade and needs to be watered regularly. The plant can benefit from fertilization in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer. It is hardy in zones 5-8 and can be propagated by division in the fall.
Common Pests & Diseases
Dienia Ophrydis is susceptible to fungal diseases, including root rot and leaf spot. It can also be affected by spider mites and aphids. Proper watering and good air circulation can help prevent these problems.
Habitat
Dienia Ophrydis is native to Europe, where it grows in damp meadows, wet grasslands, and marshes. It can also be found in open woodlands, along stream banks, and in shaded areas.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Dienia Ophrydis an easy plant to grow?
A: Dienia Ophrydis can be a bit challenging to grow, as it requires moist soil and partial shade. However, with proper care, it can thrive in the right conditions.
Q: Can Dienia Ophrydis be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Dienia Ophrydis can be grown in containers as long as the soil is kept moist and the plant is not exposed to direct sunlight.
Q: How often should I water my Dienia Ophrydis?
A: Dienia Ophrydis should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist. However, be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
Q: When should I fertilize my Dienia Ophrydis?
A: Dienia Ophrydis can benefit from fertilization in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer.
Related Plants
– Epipactis palustris- Cypripedium parviflorum- Platanthera bifolia- Orchis mascula
References
– The Plant List. (2013). Dienia Ophrydis (L.) Soó. Retrieved from http://www.theplantlist.org/tpl1.1/record/kew-59274- Missouri Botanical Garden. (n.d.). Dienia Ophrydis. Retrieved from https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=287649&isprofile=0&- Royal Horticultural Society. (n.d.). Dienia Ophrydis. Retrieved from https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/19162/dienia-ophrydis/details
