Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oerstedii
ID:
592297

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) R.Jiménez & Carnevali

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: ix (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591629



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum oerstedii
  • Oersted's Orchid
  • Oersted's Trichocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Lophiaris oerstedii (Rchb.f.) R.Jiménez, Carnevali & Dressler [unknown]
  • Oncidium oerstedii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Oncidium carthaginense oerstedii (Rchb.f.) Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Trichocentrum oerstedii (also called Oersted's Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central America, and is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum oerstedii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum oerstedii is pink and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum oerstedii is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining, bark-based potting mix and watered regularly.

Where to Find Trichocentrum oerstedii

Trichocentrum oerstedii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Trichocentrum oerstedii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum oerstedii?

Trichocentrum oerstedii

What is the common name of Trichocentrum oerstedii?

Trichocentrum

What is the family of Trichocentrum oerstedii?

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

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Rolando Jiménez Machorro (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Jiménez' in the authors string.