Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
escritorii
ID:
329462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 210 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328794

Common Names

  • Tuberolabium escritorii
  • Escritorii Tuberolabium
  • Tuberolabium escritorii var. escritorii

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Synonyms

  • Parapteroceras escritorii (Ames) J.J.Wood [unknown]
  • Saccolabium escritorii Ames [unknown]

Description

Tuberolabium escritorii (also called 'Escritor's Tuberolabium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tuberolabium escritorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tuberolabium escritorii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tuberolabium escritorii is a tropical epiphytic orchid that is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tuberolabium escritorii

Tuberolabium escritorii can be found in the Philippines.

Tuberolabium escritorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tuberolabium escritorii?

Tuberolabium escritorii

What is the common name of Tuberolabium escritorii?

Escritor's Tuberolabium

What is the natural habitat of Tuberolabium escritorii?

Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

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

Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:660920-1: Based on the initial data import