Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
erosulum
ID:
1326518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Kocyan & Schuit.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 161: 72 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338972



Common Names

  • Taeniophyllum erosulum
  • Taeniophyllum
  • Erosulum


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Description

Taeniophyllum erosulum (also called Erosulum Taeniophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan, and it grows in montane forests. It has ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Taeniophyllum erosulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taeniophyllum erosulum is small, yellow-green in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Taeniophyllum erosulum: This plant is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, the plant should be fertilized regularly and kept well-watered.

Where to Find Taeniophyllum erosulum

Taeniophyllum erosulum is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, from Brazil to Peru.

Taeniophyllum erosulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum erosulum?

Taeniophyllum erosulum

What type of plant is Taeniophyllum erosulum?

Epiphytic orchid

Where is Taeniophyllum erosulum found?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Taeniophyllum genus

Taeniophyllum affine, Taeniophyllum aggregatum, Taeniophyllum album, Taeniophyllum alwisii, Taeniophyllum amboinense, Taeniophyllum andamanicum, Taeniophyllum annuliferum, Taeniophyllum apiculatum, Taeniophyllum arachnites, Taeniophyllum arunachalense, Taeniophyllum asperatum, Taeniophyllum aurantiacum, Taeniophyllum aureum, Taeniophyllum bakhuizenii, Taeniophyllum bicostulatum, Taeniophyllum biloculare, Taeniophyllum biocellatum, Taeniophyllum borneense, Taeniophyllum brachypus, Taeniophyllum bracteatum, Taeniophyllum breviscapum, Taeniophyllum brunnescens, Taeniophyllum calcaratum, Taeniophyllum calceolus, Taeniophyllum calyptrochilus, Taeniophyllum campanulatum, Taeniophyllum canaliculatum, Taeniophyllum capillare, Taeniophyllum cardiophorum, Taeniophyllum carnosiflorum, Taeniophyllum celebicum, Taeniophyllum clavatum, Taeniophyllum clavicalcar, Taeniophyllum cochleare, Taeniophyllum coiloglossum, Taeniophyllum compactum, Taeniophyllum complanatum, Taeniophyllum concavum, Taeniophyllum confertum, Taeniophyllum confusum, Taeniophyllum conoceras, Taeniophyllum copelandii, Taeniophyllum coxii, Taeniophyllum crenatum, Taeniophyllum crepidiforme, Taeniophyllum cucullatum, Taeniophyllum cycloglossum, Taeniophyllum cylindrocentrum, Taeniophyllum cymboglossum, Taeniophyllum daroussinii,

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

Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Alexander Kocyan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kocyan' in the authors string.