Disa richardiana
Also known as: Orthopenthea obtusa (Lindl.) Schelpe +3 more
- Orthopenthea obtusa (Lindl.) Schelpe
- Orthopenthea richardiana (Lehm. ex Bolus) Rolfe
- Penthea obtusa Lindl.
- Penthea virginea Harv.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Disa richardiana is a tuberous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in Africa, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cape Provinces