Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
archilarum
ID:
923242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiron

Source:
wcs

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 11: 203 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922577



Common Names

  • Trichopilia archilarum
  • Archilarum Trichopilia
  • Archilarum Trichopilia Plant


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Description

Trichopilia archilarum (also called Archilar's Trichopilia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Central and South America. It has long, grass-like leaves and grows in dense clumps. It is found in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Trichopilia archilarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichopilia archilarum are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichopilia archilarum is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. Division is best done in spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Trichopilia archilarum

Trichopilia archilarum can be found in Central America, specifically in Costa Rica.

Species in the Trichopilia genus

Trichopilia aenigma, Trichopilia backhousiana, Trichopilia brasiliensis, Trichopilia brevis, Trichopilia callichroma, Trichopilia concepcionis, Trichopilia fragrans, Trichopilia galeottiana, Trichopilia gracilis, Trichopilia grata, Trichopilia hennisiana, Trichopilia juninensis, Trichopilia laxa, Trichopilia leucoxantha, Trichopilia maculata, Trichopilia marginata, Trichopilia mutica, Trichopilia oicophyllax, Trichopilia peruviana, Trichopilia punctata, Trichopilia rostrata, Trichopilia sanguinolenta, Trichopilia santoslimae, Trichopilia suavis, Trichopilia subulata, Trichopilia tortilis, Trichopilia turialvae, Trichopilia undulatissima, Trichopilia wageneri, Trichopilia amabilis, Trichopilia boliviensis, Trichopilia dalstroemii, Trichopilia eneidae, Trichopilia mesoperuviensis, Trichopilia occidentalis, Trichopilia olmosii, Trichopilia ramonensis, Trichopilia similis, Trichopilia steinii, Trichopilia endresiana, Trichopilia punicea, Trichopilia tubella, Trichopilia primulina, Trichopilia freulerae, Trichopilia archilarum, Trichopilia orbiculabia,

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-468197: Based on the initial data import
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.