Status:
valid
Authors:
(P.O'Byrne & J.J.Verm.) Kocyan & Schuit.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 161: 76 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339008
Common Names
- Gamma Trachoma
- Trachoma Orchid
- Trachoma gamma
Description
Trachoma gamma (also called Gamma Trachoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in montane forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Trachoma gamma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and flowers that make it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also known to be a good air purifier and helps to reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trachoma gamma has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trachoma gamma is a species of orchid that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and grown in bright, indirect light. Water the plant regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Trachoma gamma
Trachoma gamma is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.
Species in the Trachoma genus
Trachoma brevirhachis,
Trachoma celebicum,
Trachoma coarctatum,
Trachoma guamense,
Trachoma papuanum,
Trachoma speciosum,
Trachoma stellatum,
Trachoma sarcochiloides,
Trachoma binchinae,
Trachoma candida,
Trachoma gamma,
Trachoma latriniformis,
Trachoma minuta,
Trachoma phillipsii,
Trachoma rumphii,
Trachoma sinapicolor,
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,