Tuberolabium pendulum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendulum
ID:
837688
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O'Byrne & J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 115: 277 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837023
Common Names
- Tuberolabium pendulum
- Pendulum Tuberolabium
- Pendulum Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tuberolabium pendulum (also called 'Dancing Doll Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, growing on trees and other plants in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tuberolabium pendulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tuberolabium pendulum is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tuberolabium pendulum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they root. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Tuberolabium pendulum
Tuberolabium pendulum is native to Thailand.
Tuberolabium pendulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tuberolabium pendulum?
Tuberolabium pendulum
What type of plant is Tuberolabium pendulum?
Orchid
Where is Tuberolabium pendulum native to?
India
Species in the Tuberolabium genus
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-374337: Based on the initial data import
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.