Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
teaguei
ID:
328521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 64: 82. 1997 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XV.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327853



Common Names

  • Teaguei Trichosalpinx
  • Trichosalpinx teaguei
  • Teaguei Trichosalpinx


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Synonyms

  • Tubella teaguei (Luer) Archila [unknown]

Description

Trichosalpinx teaguei (also called the Teague's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with a short stem and long, thin roots. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white, with a yellowish-green lip. It grows in humid tropical forests, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Trichosalpinx teaguei is a tropical plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichosalpinx teaguei are white and tubular with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Trichosalpinx teaguei: Propagate by seed or division. Plant in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil evenly moist. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Trichosalpinx teaguei

Trichosalpinx teaguei can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua.

Trichosalpinx teaguei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichosalpinx teaguei?

Trichosalpinx teaguei

What is the common name of Trichosalpinx teaguei?

Teague's Trichosalpinx

What is the natural habitat of Trichosalpinx teaguei?

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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