Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
malaccensis
ID:
408390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 23: 171 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407722



Common Names

  • Triomma malaccensis
  • Malaccensis Triomma
  • Triomma


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Synonyms

  • Triomma macrocarpa Backer ex K.Heyne [unknown]
  • Arytera macrocarpa Miq. [unknown]
  • Canarium mahassan Miq. [unknown]

Description

Triomma malaccensis (also called Malaccan Triomma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is found in Malaysia and Indonesia. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in wet forests and at the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Triomma malaccensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in xeriscaping and rock gardens. It has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triomma malaccensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triomma malaccensis is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of cork or tree fern. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Triomma malaccensis

Triomma malaccensis can be found in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Triomma malaccensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Triomma malaccensis?

Triomma malaccensis is native to Malaysia, where it grows in moist, tropical areas.

What is the flower size of Triomma malaccensis?

The flowers of Triomma malaccensis are small, measuring around 1 cm in diameter.

What is the blooming season of Triomma malaccensis?

Triomma malaccensis blooms in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Triomma genus

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,