Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
328691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 343 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328023



Common Names

  • Trichotosia pauciflora
  • Pauciflora Trichotosia
  • Pauciflora Trichotosia Vine


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Synonyms

  • Pinalia pauciflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pinalia tuberosa Kuntze [unknown]
  • Trichotosia biflora Griff. [unknown]
  • Trichotosia tuberosa Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Eria biflora Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Eria monticola Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Eria pauciflora Blume [unknown]
  • Eria tuberosa Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Eria vrieseana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Trichotosia tuberosa Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Trichotosia pauciflora (also called the Pauciflora 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

Trichotosia pauciflora has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichotosia pauciflora is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichotosia pauciflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 21-24°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Trichotosia pauciflora

Trichotosia pauciflora is native to tropical Africa.

Trichotosia pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichotosia pauciflora?

Trichotosia pauciflora

What is the common name of Trichotosia pauciflora?

Pauciflora Trichotosia

Where is Trichotosia pauciflora found?

Trichotosia pauciflora is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

Species in the Trichotosia genus

Trichotosia annulata, Trichotosia aporina, Trichotosia atroferruginea, Trichotosia aurea, Trichotosia barbarossa, Trichotosia brachiata, Trichotosia brachybotrya, Trichotosia bracteata, Trichotosia breviflora, Trichotosia brevipedunculata, Trichotosia brevirachis, Trichotosia buruensis, Trichotosia calvescens, Trichotosia canaliculata, Trichotosia collina, Trichotosia conifera, Trichotosia dalatensis, Trichotosia dasyphylla, Trichotosia ferox, Trichotosia flexuosa, Trichotosia fractiflexa, Trichotosia fusca, Trichotosia gautierensis, Trichotosia gjellerupii, Trichotosia glabrifolia, Trichotosia gowana, Trichotosia gracilis, Trichotosia hapalostachya, Trichotosia hispidissima, Trichotosia hypophaea, Trichotosia indragiriensis, Trichotosia integra, Trichotosia iodantha, Trichotosia jejuna, Trichotosia katherinae, Trichotosia klabatensis, Trichotosia lacinulata, Trichotosia latifolia, Trichotosia latifrons, Trichotosia lawiensis, Trichotosia longissima, Trichotosia malleimentum, Trichotosia microphylla, Trichotosia mollicaulis, Trichotosia molliflora, Trichotosia mollis, Trichotosia odoardoi, Trichotosia oreodoxa, Trichotosia paludosa, Trichotosia pauciflora,

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