Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
apicaudata
ID:
1333245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.M.Mora & J.L.Clark) M.M.Mora & J.L.Clark

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 97 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345699

Common Names

  • Trichodrymonia apicaudata
  • Trichodrymonia apicaudata Orchid
  • Trichodrymonia apicaudata Plant

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Description

Trichodrymonia apicaudata (also called 'Apicaudate 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 apicaudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichodrymonia apicaudata is white 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichodrymonia apicaudata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy stems and placed in a potting mix with good drainage. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Trichodrymonia apicaudata

Trichodrymonia apicaudata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, from Mexico to Ecuador.

Trichodrymonia apicaudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichodrymonia apicaudata?

Trichodrymonia apicaudata

What is the common name of Trichodrymonia apicaudata?

Tailed Moss

Where is Trichodrymonia apicaudata found?

South America

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

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.