Domingoa

Domingoa is a genus of orchids (family Orchidaceae), consisting of four currently recognised species at home in Mexico, Central America, Cuba, Hispaniola and Mona of the Greater Antilles.^[1] The genus was established in 1913 by Rudolf Schlechter. Its name refers to Santo Domingo, an older name for Hispaniola. The genus name is abbreviated Dga. in cultivation.^[2]

Taxonomy

The genus was described by Rudolf Schlechter and published in Edwards's Botanical Register 28: misc. 23. 1842. Domingoa is a generic name referring to Santo Domingo, an old name for Hispaniola.

Species

As of April 2023, Plants of the World Online accepts the following species:^[3]

References

• Nir, Mark A. (2000). Orchidaceae, Antillanae. New York: DAG Media Pub. pp. 99–100. ISBN 978-0615116402.

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• Data related to Domingoa at Wikispecies