Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
punctata
ID:
328284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 49: 37 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327616



Common Names

  • Trichoglottis Punctata
  • Punctata Trichoglottis
  • Punctata's Trichoglottis


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Description

Trichoglottis punctata (also called Spotted Trichoglottis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has bright green leaves and yellow-green flowers with purple spots. It is found in humid, shady forests and is often found growing on tree branches.

Uses & Benefits

Trichoglottis punctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichoglottis punctata has white petals with a yellow lip, and a long spur. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoglottis punctata is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. It prefers partial shade and regular watering during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Trichoglottis punctata

Trichoglottis punctata can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Trichoglottis punctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis punctata?

Trichoglottis punctata

What is the common name of Trichoglottis punctata?

Dotted Trichoglottis

What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis punctata?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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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