Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
trusmadiense
ID:
942122

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 5: 93 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000941460



Common Names

  • Dendrochilum trusmadiense
  • Trusmadiense Dendrochilum
  • Trusmadiense Orchid


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Description

Dendrochilum trusmadiense (also called 'Trusmadien 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 long, thin petals and long, thin leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and on the sides of mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrochilum trusmadiense 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 trusmadiense is a yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with a white lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and thin with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendrochilum trusmadiense 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 trusmadiense

Dendrochilum trusmadiense is native to 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-59908: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.