Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gracillimum
ID:
320986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 6: 466 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320318



Common Names

  • Taeniophyllum gracillimum
  • Very Graceful Star-jasmine
  • Very Graceful Jasmine


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Synonyms

  • Taeniophyllum culiciferum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Taeniophyllum gracillimum (also called Very Slender Leaf Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species with very slender, curved leaves. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines, and is found in wet evergreen forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Taeniophyllum gracillimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is known to attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taeniophyllum gracillimum is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taeniophyllum gracillimum is an epiphytic orchid found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two leaves and a few roots. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium such as bark chips, moss, or a combination of both. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Taeniophyllum gracillimum

Taeniophyllum gracillimum can be found in tropical regions of South and Central America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Taeniophyllum gracillimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum gracillimum?

Taeniophyllum gracillimum

What type of plant is Taeniophyllum gracillimum?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Taeniophyllum gracillimum found?

It is found in tropical areas of Africa, Asia and Australia

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,

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