Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
teaboanum
ID:
592328

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Jiménez, Carnevali & J.L.Tapia) R.Jiménez & Carnevali

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591660



Common Names

  • Trichocentrum teaboanum
  • Teaboanum Orchid
  • Teaboanum Trichocentrum


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Synonyms

  • Lophiaris teaboana R.Jiménez, Carnevali & J.L.Tapia [unknown]

Description

Trichocentrum teaboanum (also called Teaboanum 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 teaboanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocentrum teaboanum is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocentrum teaboanum is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Trichocentrum teaboanum

Trichocentrum teaboanum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Trichocentrum teaboanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocentrum teaboanum?

Trichocentrum teaboanum

What is the family of Trichocentrum teaboanum?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Trichocentrum teaboanum?

Tea-boat trichocentrum

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-270651: Based on the initial data import
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.
José Luis Tapia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Tapia' in the authors string.