Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
magnicallosa
ID:
328266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 221 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327598

Common Names

  • Trichoglottis Magnicalosa
  • Magnicalosa Trichoglottis
  • Magnicalosa's Trichoglottis

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Description

Trichoglottis magnicallosa (also called Magnificent Trichoglottis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Southeast Asia. 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 magnicallosa 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 magnicallosa 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoglottis magnicallosa is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. It prefers partial shade and regular watering during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Trichoglottis magnicallosa

Trichoglottis magnicallosa can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Trichoglottis magnicallosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoglottis magnicallosa?

Trichoglottis magnicallosa

What type of plant is Trichoglottis magnicallosa?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Trichoglottis magnicallosa?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-208187: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.