Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
curculigoides
ID:
329360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
The Genera and Species of Orchidaceous Plants 1840

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328692



Common Names

  • Tropidia curculigoides
  • Curculigoides Orchid
  • Cluster Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Schoenomorphus capitatus Thorel ex Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Tropidia assamica Blume [unknown]
  • Tropidia graminea Blume [unknown]
  • Tropidia hongkongensis Rolfe [unknown]
  • Tropidia squamata Blume [unknown]

Description

Tropidia curculigoides (also called Curculigo-like Tropidia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Asia. It typically grows in moist areas, such as along streams, in swamps, and in other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tropidia curculigoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tropidia curculigoides is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a yellowish-brown color. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tropidia curculigoides is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -7°C. It is also salt tolerant and can be used in coastal gardens.

Where to Find Tropidia curculigoides

Tropidia curculigoides is native to Southeast Asia, primarily in Thailand and Vietnam. It is typically found in tropical forests.

Tropidia curculigoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tropidia curculigoides?

Tropidia curculigoides

What is the common name of Tropidia curculigoides?

Curly-leaved Tropidia

What is the natural habitat of Tropidia curculigoides?

Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

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-209242: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.