Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ascendens
ID:
328096

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 137 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327428



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum ascendens
  • Ascendens Trichocentrum
  • Ascendens's Trichocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium ascendens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium bolivianense Oppenheim [unknown]
  • Oncidium subulifolium Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Stilifolium ascendens (Lindl.) Königer & D.Pongratz [unknown]
  • Cohniella bolivianensis (Oppenheim) Senghas [unknown]
  • Cohnia quekettioides Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cohniella ascendens (Lindl.) Christenson [unknown]
  • Cohniella quekettioides Pfitzer [unknown]

Description

Trichocentrum ascendens (also called Ascending Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is an epiphytic orchid with a short stem and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum ascendens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and headache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum ascendens is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with white anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum ascendens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best grown in containers or raised beds.

Where to Find Trichocentrum ascendens

Trichocentrum ascendens can be found in Costa Rica and Panama.

Trichocentrum ascendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum ascendens?

Trichocentrum ascendens

What is the common name of Trichocentrum ascendens?

Ascending Trichocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Trichocentrum ascendens?

Tropical rainforests

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208026: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.