Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
francoi
ID:
1326228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cetzal & Carnevali) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1305, Suppl.): 17 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338682



Common Names

  • Franco's Trichocentrum
  • Trichocentrum francoi
  • Franco's Orchid


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Description

Trichocentrum francoi (also called Franco's Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It has a slender stem and grows up to 15 cm tall. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are white. It is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum francoi is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum francoi is yellow with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum francoi is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of bark.

Where to Find Trichocentrum francoi

Trichocentrum francoi is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Trichocentrum francoi FAQ

What are the common names of Trichocentrum francoi?

Franco's Trichocentrum

What type of soil does Trichocentrum francoi prefer?

Trichocentrum francoi prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How much sunlight does Trichocentrum francoi need?

Trichocentrum francoi needs full sun to partial shade.

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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
William R. Cetzal-Ix: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cetzal' in the authors string.