Tropidia formosana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosana
ID:
329366
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 9: 158 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328698
Common Names
- Tropidia formosana
- Formosana Orchid
- Cluster Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Tropidia nanhuae W.M.Lin, Kuo Huang & T.P.Lin [unknown]
Description
Tropidia formosana (also called Formosan 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 formosana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tropidia formosana has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a reddish tinge.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tropidia formosana 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 formosana
Tropidia formosana is native to Southeast Asia, primarily in Thailand and Vietnam. It is typically found in tropical forests.
Tropidia formosana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tropidia formosana?
Tropidia formosana
What are the common names of Tropidia formosana?
Common names of Tropidia formosana include Chinese lantern, Chinese lantern plant, and Chinese lantern vine.
Where is Tropidia formosana native to?
Tropidia formosana is native to Southeast Asia, including China, India, and Thailand.
Species in the Tropidia genus
Tropidia angulosa, Tropidia bambusifolia, Tropidia connata, Tropidia corymbioides, Tropidia curculigoides, Tropidia disticha, Tropidia effusa, Tropidia emeishanica, Tropidia formosana, Tropidia gracilis, Tropidia janowskyi, Tropidia mindanaensis, Tropidia mindorensis, Tropidia multiflora, Tropidia multinervis, Tropidia nipponica, Tropidia pedunculata, Tropidia polystachya, Tropidia ramosa, Tropidia reichenbachiana, Tropidia robinsonii, Tropidia saprophytica, Tropidia schlechteriana, Tropidia septemnervis, Tropidia similis, Tropidia somai, Tropidia viridifusca, Tropidia territorialis, Tropidia angustifolia, Tropidia curcugiloides, Tropidia hegderaoi, Tropidia namasiae,
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
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:660882-1: Based on the initial data import