Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
327008

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Braem

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 37: 58 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326340



Common Names

  • Tolumnia guianensis
  • Guianensis Tolumnia
  • Guianensis Ball Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium desertorum Nash ex Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium desertorum aureorubrum Moir [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense (Aubl.) Garay [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense alborubrum (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense alborubrum (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) K.S.Wilson [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense album (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) K.S.Wilson [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense album (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense aureorubrum (Moir) K.S.Wilson [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianense aureorubrum (Moir) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium intermedium alborubrum Moir & A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Oncidium intermedium album Moir & A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Ophrys aloidea Poir. [unknown]
  • Ophrys guianensis Aubl. [unknown]
  • Tolumnia intermedia (Bertero ex Spreng.) H.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium intermedium Bertero ex Spreng. [illegitimate]
  • Oncidium desertorum alborubrum (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) Garay [unknown]
  • Oncidium desertorum album (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) Garay [unknown]
  • Oncidium guianensis (Aubl.) Garay [unknown]

Description

Tolumnia guianensis (also called Guianan Tolumnia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It has an upright growth habit, with long, thin leaves and small, fragrant flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on trees or other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Tolumnia guianensis 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 guianensis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tolumnia guianensis 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 guianensis

Tolumnia guianensis can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Tolumnia guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tolumnia guianensis?

Tolumnia guianensis

What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia guianensis?

Tolumnia guianensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What are the common uses of Tolumnia guianensis?

Tolumnia guianensis is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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-206963: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.