Barbosella trilobata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trilobata
ID:
317853
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 14: 21 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317185
Common Names
- Barbosella trilobata
- Trilobata Barbosella
- Barbosella's Trilobata
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- Restrepiopsis trilobata (Pabst) Luer [unknown]
Description
Barbosella trilobata (also called Trilobate Barbosella, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in forests and grasslands. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and a single flower with white petals and a yellow lip.
Uses & Benefits
Barbosella trilobata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barbosella trilobata is white in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barbosella trilobata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Barbosella trilobata
Barbosella trilobata can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.
Barbosella trilobata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barbosella trilobata?
Barbosella trilobata
What is the natural habitat of Barbosella trilobata?
Tropical forests of Southeast Asia
What is the size of Barbosella trilobata?
Up to 15 cm in height
Species in the Barbosella genus
Barbosella australis, Barbosella circinata, Barbosella cogniauxiana, Barbosella crassifolia, Barbosella cucullata, Barbosella dolichorhiza, Barbosella dusenii, Barbosella gardneri, Barbosella geminata, Barbosella macaheensis, Barbosella miersii, Barbosella orbicularis, Barbosella prorepens, Barbosella ricii, Barbosella schista, Barbosella spiritu-sanctensis, Barbosella trilobata, Barbosella vasquezii, Barbosella portillae,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19813: Based on the initial data import
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.