Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusilla
ID:
328493

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54(5): 397. 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327825



Common Names

  • Pusilla Trichosalpinx
  • Trichosalpinx pusilla
  • Pusilla Trichosalpinx


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia pusilla Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pusilla (Kunth) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Specklinia pusilla (Kunth) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Tubella pusilla (Kunth) Archila [unknown]
  • Dendrobium pusillum Kunth [unknown]

Description

Trichosalpinx pusilla (also called 'Tiny Trichosalpinx', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It is found in humid, shady areas in its native regions, and prefers to grow on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosalpinx pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichosalpinx pusilla are yellowish-green with a brownish-purple center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichosalpinx pusilla is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in a shady position. The seeds should be sown in spring and the divisions should be taken in late summer. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 15 cm in height.

Where to Find Trichosalpinx pusilla

Trichosalpinx pusilla is native to Mexico and Central America.

Trichosalpinx pusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosalpinx pusilla?

Trichosalpinx pusilla

What is the family of Trichosalpinx pusilla?

Orchidaceae

Where is Trichosalpinx pusilla found?

Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208398: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.