Tropidia territorialis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
territorialis
ID:
594879
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 14(8: Sci. Suppl.): xi (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594211
Common Names
- Territorialis Orchid
- Tropidia Territorialis
- Tropidia Territorialis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tropidia territorialis (also called territorial tropidia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10 cm. Its leaves are round to kidney-shaped and the flowers are small and white. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tropidia territorialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tropidia territorialis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tropidia territorialis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Tropidia territorialis
Tropidia territorialis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Tropidia territorialis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tropidia territorialis?
Tropidia territorialis
What is the common name of Tropidia territorialis?
Tropidia territorialis
What is the family of Tropidia territorialis?
Orchidaceae
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-270893: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.