Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenompokense
ID:
942107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 8: 225 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941445



Common Names

  • Dendrochilum tenompokense
  • Tenompokense Dendrochilum
  • Tenompokense Orchid


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Description

Dendrochilum tenompokense (also called Tenompok Dendrochilum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It has long, thin, arching leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. The plant prefers high humidity and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

Uses & Benefits

Dendrochilum tenompokense is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dendrochilum tenompokense var. papillilabium (J.J.Wood) J.J.Wood
Dendrochilum tenompokense var. tenompokense

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrochilum tenompokense is white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrochilum tenompokense is a terrestrial orchid species native to the Philippines. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil mix in a bright, humid environment. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seed should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Dendrochilum tenompokense

Dendrochilum tenompokense is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Species in the Dendrochilum genus

Dendrochilum celebesense, Dendrochilum coccineum, Dendrochilum cordatum, Dendrochilum warrenii, Dendrochilum croceum, Dendrochilum quinquecallosum, Dendrochilum undulatum, Dendrochilum banksii, Dendrochilum ravanii, Dendrochilum kopfii, Dendrochilum pseudowenzelii, Dendrochilum tortile, Dendrochilum septemnervium, Dendrochilum tiongianum, Dendrochilum abbreviatum, Dendrochilum abortum, Dendrochilum acuiferum, Dendrochilum acuminatum, Dendrochilum adpressibulbum, Dendrochilum affine, Dendrochilum alatum, Dendrochilum alboviride, Dendrochilum alpinum, Dendrochilum ambangense, Dendrochilum amesianum, Dendrochilum anfractum, Dendrochilum angustifolium, Dendrochilum angustilobum, Dendrochilum angustipetalum, Dendrochilum anomalum, Dendrochilum apiculatum, Dendrochilum apoense, Dendrochilum appendiculatum, Dendrochilum arachnites, Dendrochilum asperum, Dendrochilum atjehense, Dendrochilum aurantiacum, Dendrochilum auriculare, Dendrochilum auriculilobum, Dendrochilum bandaharaense, Dendrochilum barbifrons, Dendrochilum basale, Dendrochilum beccarii, Dendrochilum binuangense, Dendrochilum brachyotum, Dendrochilum brevilabre, Dendrochilum carinatum, Dendrochilum carnosulilabrum, Dendrochilum carnosum, Dendrochilum cinnabarinum,

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,

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