Tolumnia henekenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
henekenii
ID:
327013
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.H.Schomb. ex Lindl.) Nir
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 9: 149 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326345
Common Names
- Tolumnia henekenii
- Henekenii Tolumnia
- Henekenii Ball Orchid
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- Oncidium henekenii R.H.Schomb. ex Lindl. [unknown]
- Hispaniella henekenii (Schomb. ex Lindl.) Braem [unknown]
Description
Tolumnia henekenii (also called Heneken's 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 henekenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolumnia henekenii has small, yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tolumnia henekenii 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 henekenii
Tolumnia henekenii is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Tolumnia henekenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolumnia henekenii?
Tolumnia henekenii
What is the common name of Tolumnia henekenii?
Heneken's Tolumnia
What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia henekenii?
Tropical forests
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-206968: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Robert Hermann Schomburgk (1804-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Schomb.' in the authors string.
Mark Anthony Nir (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nir' in the authors string.