Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ionopthalum
ID:
1089829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 6: 100 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001089167



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum ionopthalum
  • Ionopthalum Trichocentrum
  • Ionopthalum Trichocentre


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Description

Trichocentrum ionopthalum (also called Iono-Eyed Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, leafless stem. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia, and is found growing on trees in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum ionopthalum has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and skin diseases. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum ionopthalum is yellow and white with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are long and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum ionopthalum is an epiphytic orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It should be grown in a well-draining potting medium, such as bark, and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Trichocentrum ionopthalum

Trichocentrum ionopthalum is native to the Caribbean region of Cuba. It is found in moist montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

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,