Tolumnia triquetra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triquetra
ID:
327033
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) Nir
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 9: 149 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326365
Common Names
- Tolumnia triquetra
- Triquetra Tolumnia
- Triquetra Ball Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Jamaiciella triquetra (Sw.) Braem [unknown]
- Olgasis triquetra (Sw.) Raf. [unknown]
- Oncidium dubium André [unknown]
- Oncidium triquetrum (Sw.) R.Br. [unknown]
- Cymbidium triquetrum Sw. [unknown]
- Epidendrum triquetrum Sw. [unknown]
Description
Tolumnia triquetra (also called Equitant Oncidium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is a small epiphytic orchid with short stems and thin, leathery leaves. It is found in humid forests, often growing on the trunks of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Tolumnia triquetra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolumnia triquetra 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 triquetra is a terrestrial orchid native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It should be kept moist but not wet and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Tolumnia triquetra
Tolumnia triquetra is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Tolumnia triquetra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolumnia triquetra?
Tolumnia triquetra
What is the common name of Tolumnia triquetra?
Triquetra Tolumnia
What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia triquetra?
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-206986: Based on the initial data import
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Mark Anthony Nir (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nir' in the authors string.