Triphora craigheadii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
craigheadii
ID:
329101
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 18: 243 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328433
Common Names
- Triphora craigheadii
- Craigheadii Triphora
- Triphora Craigheadii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triphora craigheadii (also called Triphora, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a single, long, thin, green leaf and a single, thin, green stem. It is found in humid, tropical habitats, usually in the canopy of tall trees.
Uses & Benefits
Triphora craigheadii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Triphora craigheadii are yellow and bell-shaped, with five pointed petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are short and have broad, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triphora craigheadii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer and planting them in a moist, well-draining soil. It can also be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Triphora craigheadii
Triphora craigheadii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Triphora craigheadii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triphora craigheadii?
Triphora craigheadii
What is the common name of Triphora craigheadii?
Craigheadii Triphora
What is the natural habitat of Triphora craigheadii?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Triphora genus
Triphora amazonica, Triphora carnosula, Triphora craigheadii, Triphora debilis, Triphora duckei, Triphora foldatsii, Triphora gentianoides, Triphora hassleriana, Triphora heringeri, Triphora miserrima, Triphora nitida, Triphora pusilla, Triphora ravenii, Triphora surinamensis, Triphora trianthophora, Triphora wagneri, Triphora yucatanensis, Triphora santamariensis, Triphora uniflora, Triphora vichadaensis, Triphora galeanoi,
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-208981: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.