Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wiehler) M.M.Mora & J.L.Clark
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 98 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345723
Common Names
- Trichodrymonia ulei
- Trichodrymonia ulei Orchid
- Trichodrymonia ulei Plant
Description
Trichodrymonia ulei (also called Ule's trichodrymonia, among many other common names) is a shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Trichodrymonia ulei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichodrymonia ulei is a small, white-yellowish flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichodrymonia ulei 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 ulei
Trichodrymonia ulei can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Trichodrymonia ulei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichodrymonia ulei?
Trichodrymonia ulei
What are the common names of Trichodrymonia ulei?
Ule's Drymonia
What is the natural habitat of Trichodrymonia ulei?
Trichodrymonia ulei is native to the tropical rainforests of 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,