Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rolfe) Garay & R.Sweet
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 209 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327595
Common Names
- Trichoglottis Luchuensis
- Luchuensis Trichoglottis
- Luchuensis's Trichoglottis
Synonyms
- Pomatocalpa luchuense (Rolfe) Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
- Staurochilus luchuensis (Rolfe) Fukuy. [unknown]
- Stauropsis luchuensis Rolfe [unknown]
- Trichoglottis ionosma luchuensis (Rolfe) S.S.Ying [unknown]
- Vandopsis luchuensis Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Trichoglottis luchuensis (also called Luchu Trichoglottis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Japan. It has bright green leaves and yellow-green flowers with purple spots. It is found in humid, shady forests and is often found growing on tree branches.
Uses & Benefits
Trichoglottis luchuensis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichoglottis luchuensis has white petals with a yellow lip, and a long spur. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichoglottis luchuensis is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to the Ryukyu Islands of Japan. It can be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or a combination of the two. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Propagation is done through division of the mature plant or by seed.
Where to Find Trichoglottis luchuensis
Trichoglottis luchuensis can be found in the tropical forests of the Ryukyu Islands of Japan.
Trichoglottis luchuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis luchuensis?
Trichoglottis luchuensis
What type of plant is Trichoglottis luchuensis?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis luchuensis?
Tropical rainforest
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,