Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
guttata
ID:
327010

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Nir

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 9: 149 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326342



Common Names

  • Tolumnia guttata
  • Guttata Tolumnia
  • Guttata Ball Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium boydii hort. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium cuneatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium guttatum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Oncidium intermedium Knowles & Westc. [illegitimate]
  • Oncidium luridum guttatum (L.) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium pauciflorum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium quadripetalum Sw. [unknown]
  • Oncidium tetrapetalum Willd. [unknown]
  • Oncidium tricolor Hook. [unknown]
  • Tolumnia tetrapetala (Jacq.) Braem [unknown]
  • Xaritonia elegans Raf. [unknown]
  • Oncidium guttatum auriculatum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Oncidium guttatum dodgsonii Cogn. [unknown]
  • Oncidium luridum intermedium (Knowles & Westc.) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cymbidium guttatum (L.) Willd. [unknown]
  • Cymbidium tetrapetalum Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum acinaciforme Pav. ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum guttatum L. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum tetrapetalum Jacq. [unknown]
  • Xaritonia tetrapetala (Jacq.) Raf. [unknown]

Description

Tolumnia guttata (also called Guttate 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 guttata is a popular houseplant and is used in terrariums and vivariums. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tolumnia guttata 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 guttata 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 guttata

Tolumnia guttata is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Tolumnia guttata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tolumnia guttata?

Tolumnia guttata

What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia guttata?

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

What are the common uses of Tolumnia guttata?

Tolumnia guttata 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-206965: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Mark Anthony Nir (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nir' in the authors string.