Trichoglottis apoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apoensis
ID:
328211
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Hashim.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Ann. Tsukuba Bot. Gard. 10: 27 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327543
Common Names
- Trichoglottis apoensis
- Apoensis Trichoglottis
- Trichoglottis Apoensis
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- Trichoglottis apoensis alba Agoo [unknown]
Description
Trichoglottis apoensis (also called 'Apo 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 apoensis 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 apoensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trichoglottis apoensis 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 apoensis
Trichoglottis apoensis is native to the Philippines.
Trichoglottis apoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis apoensis?
Trichoglottis apoensis
What type of plant is Trichoglottis apoensis?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis apoensis?
Tropical rainforest
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208136: Based on the initial data import
Tamotsu Hashimoto (1933-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Hashim.' in the authors string.