Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tetradactyliferum
ID:
942118

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Pedersen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 15: 390 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941456



Common Names

  • Dendrochilum tetradactyliferum
  • Tetradactyliferum Dendrochilum
  • Tetradactyliferum Orchid


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Description

Dendrochilum tetradactyliferum (also called 'Four-fingered Dendrochilum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Dendrochilum. It is found in the Philippines, and is known for its four-fingered petals and long, thin leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and on the sides of mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrochilum tetradactyliferum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrochilum tetradactyliferum 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 tetradactyliferum 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 tetradactyliferum

Dendrochilum tetradactyliferum is native to 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-59904: Based on the initial data import
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.