Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
327039

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Braem

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 37: 59 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326371



Common Names

  • Tolumnia variegata
  • Variegata Tolumnia
  • Variegata Ball Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium caymanense Moir [unknown]
  • Oncidium furcyense Moir [unknown]
  • Oncidium leiboldii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Oncidium leiboldii album Moir & A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Oncidium leiboldii majus Moir & A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum (Sw.) Sw. [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum album (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum furcyense (Moir) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum leiboldii (Rchb.f.) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum majus (Moir & A.D.Hawkes) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum purpureum Moir [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum purpureum (Moir) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum roseum Moir [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum roseum (Moir) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum varvelum (Moir) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum velutinum (Lindl. & Paxton) Griseb. [unknown]
  • Oncidium variegatum velutinum (Lindl. & Paxton) Withner [unknown]
  • Oncidium varvelum Moir [unknown]
  • Oncidium velutinum Lindl. & Paxton [unknown]
  • Oncidium velutinum purpureum Moir [unknown]
  • Tolumnia borinquinensis Sauleda & Ragan [unknown]
  • Tolumnia caymanensis (Moir) Braem [unknown]
  • Tolumnia leiboldii (Rchb.f.) Braem [unknown]
  • Tolumnia velutina (Lindl. & Paxton) Braem [unknown]
  • Cymbidium variegatum (Sw.) Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum carinatum Vahl [illegitimate]
  • Epidendrum haseltonianum A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Epidendrum variegatum Sw. [unknown]

Description

Tolumnia variegata (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 variegata, also known as the variegated oncidium, is a popular houseplant. It is used to add color and texture to a room, and is also known for its air-purifying qualities.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tolumnia variegata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tolumnia variegata 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 variegata

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

Tolumnia variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tolumnia variegata?

Tolumnia variegata

What is the common name of Tolumnia variegata?

Variegata Tolumnia

What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia variegata?

Tropical forests

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-206991: Based on the initial data import
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.