Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kolan. & Szlach.) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 60. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424577
Description
Trichocentrum allenii (also called Allen's Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a single, leafless stem with small, yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests, often on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Trichocentrum allenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichocentrum allenii has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichocentrum allenii is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.
Where to Find Trichocentrum allenii
Trichocentrum allenii can be found in Colombia.
Trichocentrum allenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum allenii?
Trichocentrum allenii
What is the family of Trichocentrum allenii?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Trichocentrum allenii?
Allen's Trichocentrum
Species in the Trichocentrum genus
Trichocentrum aguirrei,
Trichocentrum albococcineum,
Trichocentrum ascendens,
Trichocentrum aurisasinorum,
Trichocentrum bicallosum,
Trichocentrum brachyceras,
Trichocentrum brenesii,
Trichocentrum brevicalcaratum,
Trichocentrum caloceras,
Trichocentrum candidum,
Trichocentrum capistratum,
Trichocentrum carthagenense,
Trichocentrum cavendishianum,
Trichocentrum cebolleta,
Trichocentrum cymbiglossum,
Trichocentrum dianthum,
Trichocentrum estrellense,
Trichocentrum flavovirens,
Trichocentrum fuscum,
Trichocentrum haematochilum,
Trichocentrum hoegei,
Trichocentrum ionopthalmum,
Trichocentrum johnii,
Trichocentrum jonesianum,
Trichocentrum lanceanum,
Trichocentrum leeanum,
Trichocentrum lindenii,
Trichocentrum longicalcaratum,
Trichocentrum lowii,
Trichocentrum luridum,
Trichocentrum margalefii,
Trichocentrum marvraganii,
Trichocentrum microchilum,
Trichocentrum morenoi,
Trichocentrum nanum,
Trichocentrum neudeckeri,
Trichocentrum nudum,
Trichocentrum obcordilabium,
Trichocentrum oestlundianum,
Trichocentrum orthoplectron,
Trichocentrum panduratum,
Trichocentrum pfavii,
Trichocentrum popowianum,
Trichocentrum porphyrio,
Trichocentrum pulchrum,
Trichocentrum pumilum,
Trichocentrum purpureum,
Trichocentrum recurvum,
Trichocentrum splendidum,
Trichocentrum stacyi,
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,