Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 62: 15 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327587
Common Names
- Trichoglottis Lasioglossa
- Lasioglossa Trichoglottis
- Lasioglossa's Trichoglottis
Synonyms
- Pomatocalpa lasioglossum Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Trichoglottis lasioglossa (also called Lasioglossum Trichoglottis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in Java, Indonesia. It has a long, thin stem with many roots and grows up to 30 cm tall. The flowers are white and have a sweet scent. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Trichoglottis lasioglossa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichoglottis lasioglossa is a white to yellowish-green color, and the petals are fused together. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichoglottis lasioglossa is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of tree fern. It requires bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C). It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Trichoglottis lasioglossa
Trichoglottis lasioglossa can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Trichoglottis lasioglossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis lasioglossa?
Trichoglottis lasioglossa
What type of plant is Trichoglottis lasioglossa?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis lasioglossa?
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,