Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
triquetra
ID:
221056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 33(2): 430 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220385



Common Names

  • Jumellea triquetra
  • Triquetra Jumellea
  • Triquetra's Jumellea


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Synonyms

  • Jumellea neglecta Schltr. [unknown]
  • Aerobion triquetrum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Angraecum neglectum curtum Cordem. [unknown]
  • Angraecum neglectum longifolium Cordem. [unknown]
  • Angorchis triangis Thou. ex Kuntze [unknown]
  • Angorchis triquetra Kuntze [unknown]
  • Angraecum neglectum Frapp. ex Cordem. [unknown]
  • Angraecum triquetrum Thouars [unknown]
  • Perrierangraecum triquetrum (Thouars) Szlach., Mytnik & Grochocka [unknown]

Description

Jumellea triquetra (also called 'Triangular Jumellea', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Jumellea. It is found in the tropical forests of Madagascar, and is characterized by its long, thin, and triangular stem. It grows in humid, shady habitats, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Jumellea triquetra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Jumellea triquetra are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Jumellea triquetra: This species is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several sections, each with at least one healthy root. When propagating by cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Jumellea triquetra

Jumellea triquetra is found in the African countries of Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Jumellea triquetra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jumellea triquetra?

Jumellea triquetra

What is the family of Jumellea triquetra?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Jumellea triquetra?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Jumellea genus

Jumellea ambrensis, Jumellea amplifolia, Jumellea angustifolia, Jumellea anjouanensis, Jumellea arachnantha, Jumellea arborescens, Jumellea bathiei, Jumellea brachycentra, Jumellea brevifolia, Jumellea comorensis, Jumellea confusa, Jumellea cowanii, Jumellea cyrtoceras, Jumellea dendrobioides, Jumellea densefoliata, Jumellea divaricata, Jumellea exilis, Jumellea fragrans, Jumellea francoisii, Jumellea gregariiflora, Jumellea hyalina, Jumellea ibityana, Jumellea intricata, Jumellea jumelleana, Jumellea lignosa, Jumellea linearipetala, Jumellea longivaginans, Jumellea majalis, Jumellea major, Jumellea marojejiensis, Jumellea maxillarioides, Jumellea nutans, Jumellea ophioplectron, Jumellea pachyceras, Jumellea pachyra, Jumellea papangensis, Jumellea peyrotii, Jumellea porrigens, Jumellea punctata, Jumellea recta, Jumellea recurva, Jumellea rigida, Jumellea rossii, Jumellea similis, Jumellea spathulata, Jumellea stenoglossa, Jumellea stenophylla, Jumellea stipitata, Jumellea teretifolia, Jumellea triquetra,

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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