Tolumnia compressicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compressicaulis
ID:
327003
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Withner) Braem
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 37: 58 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326335
Common Names
- Tolumnia compressicaulis
- Compressicaulis Tolumnia
- Compressicaulis Ball Orchid
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- Oncidium compressicaule Withner [unknown]
Description
Tolumnia compressicaulis (also called Equitant Oncidium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It has a short stem and short, thick, leathery leaves. It grows in humid forests, often in the crooks of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Tolumnia compressicaulis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolumnia compressicaulis has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The flowers are clustered on the end of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tolumnia compressicaulis can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix in a bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Tolumnia compressicaulis
Tolumnia compressicaulis can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Tolumnia compressicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolumnia compressicaulis?
Tolumnia compressicaulis
What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia compressicaulis?
Tolumnia compressicaulis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What are the common uses of Tolumnia compressicaulis?
Tolumnia compressicaulis is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Species in the Tolumnia genus
Tolumnia acunae, Tolumnia arizajuliana, Tolumnia bahamensis, Tolumnia calochila, Tolumnia caribensis, Tolumnia compressicaulis, Tolumnia gauntlettii, Tolumnia guianensis, Tolumnia guibertiana, Tolumnia guttata, Tolumnia haitiensis, Tolumnia hawkesiana, Tolumnia henekenii, Tolumnia lemoniana, Tolumnia lucayana, Tolumnia prionochila, Tolumnia pulchella, Tolumnia quadriloba, Tolumnia sasseri, Tolumnia scandens, Tolumnia sylvestris, Tolumnia triquetra, Tolumnia tuerckheimii, Tolumnia urophylla, Tolumnia usneoides, Tolumnia variegata, Tolumnia gundlachii, Tolumnia ann-hadderae, Tolumnia domingensis, Tolumnia floride-phillipsiae, Tolumnia cubense, Tolumnia jimenezii,
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-206958: Based on the initial data import
Carl Leslie Withner (1918-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Withner' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.