Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
carthagenense
ID:
328108

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 137 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327440



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum carthagenense
  • Carthagenense Trichocentrum
  • Carthagenense's Trichocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Lophiaris carthagenensis (Jacq.) Braem [unknown]
  • Oncidium carthagenense (Jacq.) Sw. [unknown]
  • Oncidium guttatum roseum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium huntianum Hook. [unknown]
  • Oncidium huntleyanum Beer ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium kymatoides Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium obsoletum Galeotti ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium panduriferum Kunth [unknown]
  • Oncidium roseum Lodd. [unknown]
  • Oncidium salvadorense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium sanguineum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium carthaginense klotzschii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium carthaginense sanguineum (Lindl.) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium carthaginense swartzii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium sanguineum roseum Regel [unknown]
  • Oncidium sanguineum auriculatum Regel [unknown]
  • Cymbidium undulatum Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum carthagenense Jacq. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum crispum Lam. [unknown]
  • Oncidium roseum Lodd. [unknown]

Description

Trichocentrum carthagenense (also called Carthagenense 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 carthagenense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal, and anti-microbial properties. It is also used to treat fever, stomach ailments, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum carthagenense 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 carthagenense 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 carthagenense

Trichocentrum carthagenense is native to Colombia.

Trichocentrum carthagenense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum carthagenense?

Trichocentrum carthagenense

What is the common name of Trichocentrum carthagenense?

Carthagenian Trichocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Trichocentrum carthagenense?

Tropical rainforests of 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208037: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' 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.