Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pabst) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 120(1297, Suppl.): 16 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332703
Common Names
- Trichocentrum binotii
- Binot's Trichocentrum
- Binot's Orchid
Description
Trichocentrum binotii (also called Binot's Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a yellow flower. It is native to Central America and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Trichocentrum binotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichocentrum binotii is yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and yellow.
Where to Find Trichocentrum binotii
Trichocentrum binotii can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
Trichocentrum binotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum binotii?
Trichocentrum binotii
What is the common name of Trichocentrum binotii?
Binot's orchid
Where is Trichocentrum binotii found?
It is found in Central and South America.
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,