Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tripterygia
ID:
353657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) N.H.Williams & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 284 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000352989



Common Names

  • Caucaea tripterygia
  • Tripterygia Caucaea
  • Caucaea Tripod


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium tripterygium Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Caucaea tripterygia (also called Caucaea tripterygi, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is a terrestrial plant with a rosette of long, narrow leaves and a short stem. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Caucaea tripterygia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caucaea tripterygia has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caucaea tripterygia is an evergreen perennial plant that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division is best done in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Caucaea tripterygia

Caucaea tripterygia is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Caucaea tripterygia FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Caucaea tripterygia?

Caucaea tripterygia requires bright, indirect light and moist soil to thrive.

How often should Caucaea tripterygia be watered?

Caucaea tripterygia should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

How can I propagate Caucaea tripterygia?

Caucaea tripterygia can be propagated by division or stem cuttings.

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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-232503: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.