Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tapiae
ID:
1411647

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balam & Carnevali) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 122(1305): 18. 2014 [Mar 2014] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424112



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum tapiae
  • Trichocentrum Tapiae
  • Trichocentrum Tapiae Orchid


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Description

Trichocentrum tapiae (also called Tapia's Trichocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has a slender stem and a dense, rounded canopy, with a height of up to 30 cm (12 in). It is found in the humid forests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocentrum tapiae is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum tapiae is white with yellow and purple stripes and a yellow lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum tapiae is a fast-growing epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, humid location. Divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Once established, Trichocentrum tapiae requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Trichocentrum tapiae

Trichocentrum tapiae can be found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.

Trichocentrum tapiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum tapiae?

Trichocentrum tapiae

What is the common name of Trichocentrum tapiae?

Tapia's Trichocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Trichocentrum tapiae?

Tropical rainforests

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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Ricardo Balam Narváez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balam' in the authors string.