Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
smithii
ID:
328298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carr

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 8: 125 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327630



Common Names

  • Trichoglottis smithii
  • Smith's Trichoglottis
  • Smith's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Trichoglottis appendiculifera Holttum [unknown]
  • Trichoglottis quadricornuta J.J.Sm. [illegitimate]

Description

Trichoglottis smithii (also called Smith's 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 smithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichoglottis smithii has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoglottis smithii 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 smithii

Trichoglottis smithii is native to Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It can be found growing in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Trichoglottis smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis smithii?

Trichoglottis smithii

What is the common name of Trichoglottis smithii?

Smithii

What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis smithii?

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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