Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
rubiginosa
ID:
807396

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teo ex P.S.Ashton

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 57: 274 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806730

Common Names

  • Tristaniopsis rubiginosa
  • Rubiginosa Tristania Orchid
  • Rubiginosa Tristania

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Description

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa (also called Rusty Tristaniopsis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species found in Malaysia. It has a single, erect, leafless stem with a single, terminal, resupinate flower. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1,400–2,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa has a white, star-shaped flower with yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, thin, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa is a species of tree in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly, but not too much.

Where to Find Tristaniopsis rubiginosa

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa FAQ

What are the common names of Tristaniopsis rubiginosa?

Common names of Tristaniopsis rubiginosa include Red Pine and Red Fir.

What is the natural habitat of Tristaniopsis rubiginosa?

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa is native to the tropical forests of Borneo and Sumatra.

What is the optimal temperature for Tristaniopsis rubiginosa?

Tristaniopsis rubiginosa prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

Species in the Tristaniopsis genus

Tristaniopsis anomala, Tristaniopsis beccarii, Tristaniopsis bilocularis, Tristaniopsis burmanica, Tristaniopsis callobuxus, Tristaniopsis capitulata, Tristaniopsis collina, Tristaniopsis decorticata, Tristaniopsis elliptica, Tristaniopsis exiliflora, Tristaniopsis ferruginea, Tristaniopsis fruticosa, Tristaniopsis glauca, Tristaniopsis guillainii, Tristaniopsis jaffrei, Tristaniopsis laurina, Tristaniopsis littoralis, Tristaniopsis lucida, Tristaniopsis macphersonii, Tristaniopsis macrosperma, Tristaniopsis merguensis, Tristaniopsis micrantha, Tristaniopsis minutiflora, Tristaniopsis ninndoensis, Tristaniopsis oblongifolia, Tristaniopsis obovata, Tristaniopsis oreophila, Tristaniopsis parvifolia, Tristaniopsis pentandra, Tristaniopsis polyandra, Tristaniopsis pontianensis, Tristaniopsis razakiana, Tristaniopsis reticulata, Tristaniopsis vieillardii, Tristaniopsis whiteana, Tristaniopsis yateensis, Tristaniopsis kinabaluensis, Tristaniopsis microcarpa, Tristaniopsis rubiginosa, Tristaniopsis musa-amanii, Tristaniopsis sam-mannanii,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344985: Based on the initial data import
Peter Shaw Ashton (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Ashton' in the authors string.
Stephen P. Teo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teo' in the authors string.