Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
angusta
ID:
328210

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 78 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327542



Common Names

  • Trichoglottis angusta
  • Angusta Trichoglottis
  • Trichoglottis Angusta


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Description

Trichoglottis angusta (also called 'Narrow-leaved Trichoglottis', 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

Trichoglottis angusta 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 Trichoglottis angusta 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoglottis angusta is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Trichoglottis angusta

Trichoglottis angusta is native to the Philippines.

Trichoglottis angusta FAQ

What is the common name of Trichoglottis angusta?

Narrow Trichoglottis

What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis angusta?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Trichoglottis angusta?

The flowers are white or yellow.

Species in the Trichoglottis genus

Trichoglottis acutifolia, Trichoglottis adnata, Trichoglottis agusanensis, Trichoglottis amesiana, Trichoglottis angusta, Trichoglottis apoensis, Trichoglottis atropurpurea, Trichoglottis australiensis, Trichoglottis bimae, Trichoglottis bipenicillata, Trichoglottis bipunctata, Trichoglottis brachystachya, Trichoglottis calcarata, Trichoglottis calochila, Trichoglottis celebica, Trichoglottis collenetteae, Trichoglottis crociaria, Trichoglottis cuneilabris, Trichoglottis dawsoniana, Trichoglottis fasciata, Trichoglottis geminata, Trichoglottis gibbosicalcar, Trichoglottis granulata, Trichoglottis guibertii, Trichoglottis javanica, Trichoglottis jiewhoei, Trichoglottis kinabaluensis, Trichoglottis koordersii, Trichoglottis lanceolaria, Trichoglottis lasioglossa, Trichoglottis latisepala, Trichoglottis littoralis, Trichoglottis lobifera, Trichoglottis loheriana, Trichoglottis luchuensis, Trichoglottis luzonensis, Trichoglottis maculata, Trichoglottis magnicallosa, Trichoglottis mimica, Trichoglottis mindanaensis, Trichoglottis odoratissima, Trichoglottis orchidea, Trichoglottis paniculata, Trichoglottis pantherina, Trichoglottis papuana, Trichoglottis pauciflora, Trichoglottis philippinensis, Trichoglottis punctata, Trichoglottis pusilla, Trichoglottis ramosa,

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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