Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
porphyrio
ID:
328160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Ill. Hort. 31: 9 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327492



Common Names

  • Porphyrio Trichocentrum
  • Trichocentrum Porphyrio
  • Porphyrio Trichocentrum


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Description

Trichocentrum porphyrio (also called Porphyrio's Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, and Peru. It is found in moist montane forests, often near streams, at elevations of 1000-3000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum porphyrio 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 porphyrio is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum porphyrio is an epiphytic orchid species that is native to Central and South America. It is a small plant with long, thin leaves and small, pink flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Trichocentrum porphyrio

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

Trichocentrum porphyrio FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum porphyrio?

Trichocentrum porphyrio

What is the common name of Trichocentrum porphyrio?

No common name

What is the family of Trichocentrum porphyrio?

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,

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