Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
guamense
ID:
327173

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 208 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326505



Common Names

  • Trachoma guamense
  • Guam Trachoma
  • Guamanian Trachoma


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Description

Trachoma guamense (also called Guam Trachoma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Guam and the Marianas Islands. It has glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It grows in humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Trachoma guamense 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

The flower of Trachoma guamense is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, bright green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trachoma guamense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Trachoma guamense

Trachoma guamense can be found in Guam.

Trachoma guamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trachoma guamense?

Trachoma guamense

What type of plant is Trachoma guamense?

Tree

Where does Trachoma guamense grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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

Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:660398-1: Based on the initial data import