Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
1321974

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Wood

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 10: 101 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334428





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Description

Trichotosia salicifolia (also called Willow-Leaf Trichotosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has basal leaves that are oblong to lanceolate in shape and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in moist, shady areas and in rocky, open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Trichotosia salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichotosia salicifolia is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichotosia salicifolia is a tropical plant that is native to South East Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they germinate. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Trichotosia salicifolia

Trichotosia salicifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Trichotosia salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichotosia salicifolia?

Trichotosia salicifolia

What is the common name of Trichotosia salicifolia?

Willow-leaved trichotosia

What is the natural habitat of Trichotosia salicifolia?

It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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

Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.