Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dawsoniana
ID:
328233

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1872: 699 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327565

Common Names

  • Trichoglottis dawsoniana
  • Dawsoniana Trichoglottis
  • Trichoglottis Dawsoniana

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Synonyms

  • Staurochilus dawsonianus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Trichoglottis multiloba Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma dawsonianum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Trichoglottis dawsoniana (also called Dawson's Trichoglottis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Philippines. It is found in moist montane forests, often near streams, at elevations of 1000-3000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Trichoglottis dawsoniana is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used for making garlands and other decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichoglottis dawsoniana is a white to yellowish-green color, and the petals are fused together. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoglottis dawsoniana is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of tree fern. It requires bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C). It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Trichoglottis dawsoniana

Trichoglottis dawsoniana is native to the Philippines.

Trichoglottis dawsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis dawsoniana?

Trichoglottis dawsoniana

What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis dawsoniana?

Tropical forests in Southeast Asia

What is the flower color of Trichoglottis dawsoniana?

Purple

Species in the Trichoglottis genus

Trichoglottis acutifolia, Trichoglottis adnata, Trichoglottis agusanensis, Trichoglottis amesiana, Trichoglottis angusta, Trichoglottis apoensis, Trichoglottis atropurpurea, Trichoglottis australiensis, Trichoglottis bimae, Trichoglottis bipenicillata, Trichoglottis bipunctata, Trichoglottis brachystachya, Trichoglottis calcarata, Trichoglottis calochila, Trichoglottis celebica, Trichoglottis collenetteae, Trichoglottis crociaria, Trichoglottis cuneilabris, Trichoglottis dawsoniana, Trichoglottis fasciata, Trichoglottis geminata, Trichoglottis gibbosicalcar, Trichoglottis granulata, Trichoglottis guibertii, Trichoglottis javanica, Trichoglottis jiewhoei, Trichoglottis kinabaluensis, Trichoglottis koordersii, Trichoglottis lanceolaria, Trichoglottis lasioglossa, Trichoglottis latisepala, Trichoglottis littoralis, Trichoglottis lobifera, Trichoglottis loheriana, Trichoglottis luchuensis, Trichoglottis luzonensis, Trichoglottis maculata, Trichoglottis magnicallosa, Trichoglottis mimica, Trichoglottis mindanaensis, Trichoglottis odoratissima, Trichoglottis orchidea, Trichoglottis paniculata, Trichoglottis pantherina, Trichoglottis papuana, Trichoglottis pauciflora, Trichoglottis philippinensis, Trichoglottis punctata, Trichoglottis pusilla, Trichoglottis ramosa,

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,