Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 7: 92 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328799
Common Names
- Tuberolabium quisumbingii
- Quisumbingii Tuberolabium
- Tuberolabium quisumbingii var. quisumbingii
Synonyms
- Parapteroceras carnosum (Seidenf.) Aver. [unknown]
- Parapteroceras quisumbingii (L.O.Williams) J.J.Wood [unknown]
- Saccolabium quisumbingii L.O.Williams [unknown]
- Tuberolabium carnosum Seidenf. [unknown]
- Tuberolabium quisumbingii xanthum Choltco [unknown]
Description
Tuberolabium quisumbingii (also called 'Quisumbing'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 quisumbingii 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 quisumbingii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tuberolabium quisumbingii 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 quisumbingii
Tuberolabium quisumbingii can be found in the Philippines.
Tuberolabium quisumbingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tuberolabium quisumbingii?
Tuberolabium quisumbingii
What is the common name of Tuberolabium quisumbingii?
Quisumbing's Tuberolabium
What is the natural habitat of Tuberolabium quisumbingii?
Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest
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,