Status:
valid
Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruv. : t. 790 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327522
Common Names
- Trichoceros hajekiorum
- Hajekiorum Fern
- Ferny Hajekiorum
Description
Trichoceros hajekiorum (also called 'Hajek's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It is a small to medium-sized epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in humid forests, often in the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Trichoceros hajekiorum is a popular ornamental plant. It is used in landscaping and is also a popular houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichoceros hajekiorum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower, and the seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichoceros hajekiorum is an epiphytic orchid species that is native to Central and South America. It is a small plant with long, thin leaves and small, white 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 Trichoceros hajekiorum
Trichoceros hajekiorum can be found in Central America and northern South America.
Trichoceros hajekiorum FAQ
What is the common name of Trichoceros hajekiorum?
Hajek's Trichoceros
What is the natural habitat of Trichoceros hajekiorum?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Trichoceros hajekiorum?
The flowers are white or yellow.
Species in the Trichoceros genus
Trichoceros antennifer,
Trichoceros carinifer,
Trichoceros dombeyi,
Trichoceros hajekiorum,
Trichoceros muralis,
Trichoceros onaensis,
Trichoceros platyceros,
Trichoceros roseus,
Trichoceros tupaipi,
Trichoceros cristinae,
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,