Tapeinochilos tomentosum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosum
ID:
569352
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 985 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568684
Common Names
- Tapeinochilos tomentosum
- Woolly Tapeinochilos
- Woolly Tapeinochilos Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tapeinochilos tomentosum (also called Woolly Tapeinochilos, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Asia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as scrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Tapeinochilos tomentosum is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of honey and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tapeinochilos tomentosum has small, yellow flowers with a single, yellow anther. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two pairs of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tapeinochilos tomentosum is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The seed should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Tapeinochilos tomentosum
Tapeinochilos tomentosum is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Tapeinochilos tomentosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapeinochilos tomentosum?
Tapeinochilos tomentosum
What is the common name of Tapeinochilos tomentosum?
Woolly-leaved Tapeinochilos
What is the natural habitat of Tapeinochilos tomentosum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Tapeinochilos genus
Tapeinochilos acaulis, Tapeinochilos ananassae, Tapeinochilos beccarii, Tapeinochilos dahlii, Tapeinochilos densus, Tapeinochilos fissilabrum, Tapeinochilos globiceps, Tapeinochilos hollrungii, Tapeinochilos lauterbachii, Tapeinochilos naumannii, Tapeinochilos piniformis, Tapeinochilos pubescens, Tapeinochilos recurvatus, Tapeinochilos spectabilis, Tapeinochilos tomentosum, Tapeinochilos versteegii,
Species in the Costaceae family
Chamaecostus congestiflorus, Chamaecostus curcumoides, Chamaecostus cuspidatus, Chamaecostus fragilis, Chamaecostus fusiformis, Chamaecostus lanceolatus, Chamaecostus subsessilis, Chamaecostus acaulis, Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-267941: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.