Triphora foldatsii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foldatsii
ID:
329105
Status:
valid
Authors:
Carnevali
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Ernstia 22: 10 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328437
Common Names
- Triphora foldatsii
- Foldatsii Triphora
- Triphora Foldatsii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Triphora foldatsii (also called Triphora, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the Amazon rainforest. 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 foldatsii is 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 foldatsii are yellow and bell-shaped, with five pointed petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are short and have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triphora foldatsii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position in order to protect it from strong winds.
Where to Find Triphora foldatsii
Triphora foldatsii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Triphora foldatsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triphora foldatsii?
Triphora foldatsii
What is the common name of Triphora foldatsii?
Foldatsii Triphora
What is the natural habitat of Triphora foldatsii?
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-208985: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.