Trachoma papuanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papuanum
ID:
327174
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) M.A.Clem., J.J.Wood & D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 145 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326506
Common Names
- Trachoma papuanum
- Papuan Trachoma
- Papua Trachoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trachoma papuanum (also called Papuan Trachoma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It has glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It grows in humid forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Trachoma papuanum 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 papuanum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trachoma papuanum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to about 1-2 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Asia. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Trachoma papuanum
Trachoma papuanum can be found in Papua New Guinea.
Trachoma papuanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trachoma papuanum?
Trachoma papuanum
What type of plant is Trachoma papuanum?
Tree
Where does Trachoma papuanum grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
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,
References
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:947583-1: Based on the initial data import