Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pulchrum
ID:
328161

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 2: 11 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327493



Common Names

  • Pulchrum Trichocentrum
  • Trichocentrum Pulchrum
  • Pulchrum Trichocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium undulatum flavovirens P.M.Br. [unknown]
  • Trichocentrum maculatum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Lophiaris maculata flavovirens (P.M.Br.) P.M.Br. [unknown]
  • Trichocentrum maculatum flavovirens (P.M.Br.) P.M.Br. [unknown]

Description

Trichocentrum pulchrum (also called Beautiful 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 pulchrum 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 pulchrum 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 pulchrum is an epiphytic orchid species that is native to Central and South America. It is a small plant with long, thin leaves and small, yellow 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 pulchrum

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

Trichocentrum pulchrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum pulchrum?

Trichocentrum pulchrum

What is the common name of Trichocentrum pulchrum?

No common name

What is the family of Trichocentrum pulchrum?

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-208085: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.