Trichodrymonia alata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
1333243
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kriebel) M.M.Mora & J.L.Clark
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 97 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345697
Common Names
- Trichodrymonia alata
- Trichodrymonia alata Orchid
- Trichodrymonia alata Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichodrymonia alata (also called 'Winged Trichodrymonia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Trichodrymonia alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichodrymonia alata is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trichodrymonia alata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Trichodrymonia alata
Trichodrymonia alata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, from Mexico to Bolivia.
Trichodrymonia alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichodrymonia alata?
Trichodrymonia alata
What is the common name of Trichodrymonia alata?
Winged Moss
Where is Trichodrymonia alata found?
South America
Species in the Trichodrymonia genus
Trichodrymonia alata, Trichodrymonia alba, Trichodrymonia apicaudata, Trichodrymonia aurea, Trichodrymonia binata, Trichodrymonia darienensis, Trichodrymonia erythropus, Trichodrymonia flava, Trichodrymonia gibbosa, Trichodrymonia gigantea, Trichodrymonia hirta, Trichodrymonia hypocyrta, Trichodrymonia lacera, Trichodrymonia lineata, Trichodrymonia longipetiolata, Trichodrymonia macrophylla, Trichodrymonia maguirei, Trichodrymonia metamorphophylla, Trichodrymonia ommata, Trichodrymonia pedunculata, Trichodrymonia peltata, Trichodrymonia peltatifolia, Trichodrymonia sastrei, Trichodrymonia sericea, Trichodrymonia splendens, Trichodrymonia tylocalyx, Trichodrymonia ulei, Trichodrymonia conferta,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
Ricardo Kriebel (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kriebel' in the authors string.
John Littner Clark (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Clark' in the authors string.
Martha Marcela Mora (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Mora' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77155048-1: Based on the initial data import