Status:
valid
Authors:
Carr
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7: 71 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320330
Common Names
- Taeniophyllum intermedium
- Intermediate Leaf Orchid
- Intermediate Leaf-Orchid
Description
Taeniophyllum intermedium (also called Intermediate Taeniophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It is found in moist forests, often near streams and in wet places.
Uses & Benefits
Taeniophyllum intermedium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taeniophyllum intermedium 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taeniophyllum intermedium is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. It is important to keep the soil moist while the cuttings are rooting.
Where to Find Taeniophyllum intermedium
Taeniophyllum intermedium can be found in tropical regions of South and Central America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Taeniophyllum intermedium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum intermedium?
Taeniophyllum intermedium
What type of plant is Taeniophyllum intermedium?
It is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Taeniophyllum intermedium 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,