Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dirhamphis
ID:
328417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 395 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327749



Common Names

  • Trichosalpinx dirhamphis
  • Dirhamphis Trichosalpinx
  • Trichosalpinx dirhamphis


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis aequatorialis Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis dirhamphis Luer [unknown]
  • Trichosalpinx aequatorialis (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Tubella dirhamphis (Luer) Archila [unknown]

Description

Trichosalpinx dirhamphis (also called Dirhamphis Trichosalpinx, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 800-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosalpinx dirhamphis 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 Trichosalpinx dirhamphis is a small, white flower with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichosalpinx dirhamphis can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained medium. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be grown in a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade.

Where to Find Trichosalpinx dirhamphis

Trichosalpinx dirhamphis is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Trichosalpinx dirhamphis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosalpinx dirhamphis?

Trichosalpinx dirhamphis

What is the common name of Trichosalpinx dirhamphis?

Two-Lipped Trichosalpinx

What is the natural habitat of Trichosalpinx dirhamphis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Trichosalpinx genus

Trichosalpinx acremona, Trichosalpinx alabastra, Trichosalpinx amygdalodora, Trichosalpinx arbuscula, Trichosalpinx atropurpurea, Trichosalpinx ballatrix, Trichosalpinx barbelifera, Trichosalpinx blaisdellii, Trichosalpinx bricenoensis, Trichosalpinx calceolaris, Trichosalpinx carinilabia, Trichosalpinx caudata, Trichosalpinx cedralensis, Trichosalpinx chaetoglossa, Trichosalpinx chamaelepanthes, Trichosalpinx ciliaris, Trichosalpinx costata, Trichosalpinx crucilabia, Trichosalpinx cryptantha, Trichosalpinx dalstroemii, Trichosalpinx deceptrix, Trichosalpinx decorata, Trichosalpinx dentialae, Trichosalpinx dirhamphis, Trichosalpinx dressleri, Trichosalpinx drosoides, Trichosalpinx dunstervillei, Trichosalpinx dura, Trichosalpinx ectopa, Trichosalpinx egleri, Trichosalpinx escobarii, Trichosalpinx fasciculata, Trichosalpinx fissa, Trichosalpinx fruticosa, Trichosalpinx gentryi, Trichosalpinx hirtzii, Trichosalpinx hypocrita, Trichosalpinx inaequisepala, Trichosalpinx inquisiviensis, Trichosalpinx intricata, Trichosalpinx jimburae, Trichosalpinx lamellata, Trichosalpinx lenticularis, Trichosalpinx ligulata, Trichosalpinx lilliputalis, Trichosalpinx macphersonii, Trichosalpinx membraniflora, Trichosalpinx memor, Trichosalpinx metamorpha, Trichosalpinx minutipetala,

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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