Triphora yucatanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yucatanensis
ID:
329127
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 7: 39 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328459
Common Names
- Triphora yucatanensis
- Yucatanensis Triphora
- Triphora Yucatanensis
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- Pogonia yucatanensis (Ames) L.O.Williams [unknown]
- Triphora rickettii Luer [unknown]
Description
Triphora yucatanensis (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 yucatanensis has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Triphora yucatanensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Triphora yucatanensis 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 yucatanensis
Triphora yucatanensis is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Triphora yucatanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Triphora yucatanensis?
Triphora yucatanensis
What is the common name of Triphora yucatanensis?
Yucatanensis Triphora
What is the family of Triphora yucatanensis?
Orchidaceae
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-209004: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.