Taeniophyllum trachybracteum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trachybracteum
ID:
321112
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 146 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320444
Common Names
- Taeniophyllum trachybracteum
- Trachybracteum Ribbon Orchid
- Trachybracteum Orchid
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Taeniophyllum trachybracteum (also called Rough-bracted Taeniophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid from the genus Taeniophyllum. It is found in the Philippines and is a small epiphyte with a creeping rhizome and thin, wiry roots. It grows in montane forests at elevations of 1,000 to 1,500 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Taeniophyllum trachybracteum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taeniophyllum trachybracteum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval shaped leaves.
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Taeniophyllum trachybracteum is a small epiphytic orchid species. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires high humidity and bright light. It should be grown in a well-drained medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks.
Where to Find Taeniophyllum trachybracteum
Taeniophyllum trachybracteum can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Taeniophyllum trachybracteum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum trachybracteum?
Taeniophyllum trachybracteum
What is the common name of Taeniophyllum trachybracteum?
Rough-Bracted Leaf Orchid
Where is Taeniophyllum trachybracteum found?
Taeniophyllum trachybracteum is found in the Philippines
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-201241: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.