Trisetella klingeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
klingeri
ID:
837699
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 112: 112 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837034
Common Names
- Trisetella klingeri
- Klingeri Trisetella
- Klingeri Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trisetella klingeri (also called 'Klinger's Trisetella', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Colombia. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing on trees and other plants in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Trisetella klingeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trisetella klingeri has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trisetella klingeri is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Trisetella klingeri
Trisetella klingeri is native to Colombia.
Trisetella klingeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trisetella klingeri?
Trisetella klingeri
What type of plant is Trisetella klingeri?
Orchid
Where is Trisetella klingeri native to?
Colombia
Species in the Trisetella genus
Trisetella abbreviata, Trisetella andreettae, Trisetella cordeliae, Trisetella dalstroemii, Trisetella didyma, Trisetella dressleri, Trisetella escobarii, Trisetella fissidens, Trisetella gemmata, Trisetella hirtzii, Trisetella hoeijeri, Trisetella lasiochila, Trisetella nodulifera, Trisetella pantex, Trisetella regia, Trisetella scobina, Trisetella sororia, Trisetella strumosa, Trisetella tenuissima, Trisetella triaristella, Trisetella triglochin, Trisetella vittata, Trisetella klingeri, Trisetella portillae,
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-374349: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.