Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachyphyllum
ID:
1411526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) R.Jiménez

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 97: 53. 2011 [Oct 2011]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423991



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum Brachyphyllum
  • Brachyphyllum's Trichocentrum
  • Trichocentrum's Brachyphyllum


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Description

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum (also called Short-leaved Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic herb growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum is a perennial plant that is native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the spring.

Where to Find Trichocentrum brachyphyllum

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the provinces of Alajuela, Cartago, Heredia, Limón, and Puntarenas.

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum brachyphyllum?

Trichocentrum brachyphyllum

What is the common name of Trichocentrum brachyphyllum?

Short-Leaved Trichocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Trichocentrum brachyphyllum?

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Rolando Jiménez Machorro (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Jiménez' in the authors string.