Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nanum
ID:
328142

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 138 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327474



Common Names

  • Nanum Trichocentrum
  • Trichocentrum Nanum
  • Nanum Trichocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Lophiaris nana (Lindl.) Braem [unknown]
  • Oncidium nanum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium patulum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium thyrsiflorum Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Trichocentrum nanum (also called Dwarf Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 m tall. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a short petiole. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum nanum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and headache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum nanum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower, and the seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum nanum is a species of orchid native to Central America, where it grows in wet montane forests. It can be propagated by division, and prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, and watered regularly.

Where to Find Trichocentrum nanum

Trichocentrum nanum can be found in Central America and northern South America.

Trichocentrum nanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum nanum?

Trichocentrum nanum

What is the common name of Trichocentrum nanum?

No common name

What is the family of Trichocentrum nanum?

Orchidaceae

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-208068: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.