Epistephium trianae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trianae
ID:
1327607
Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach., Mytnik & Baranow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 64: 15 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340061
Common Names
- Epistephium Trianae
- Triana's Epistephium
- Triana's
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epistephium trianae (also called Triana's epistephium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 20 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Epistephium trianae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epistephium trianae has white flowers, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epistephium trianae is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Epistephium trianae
Epistephium trianae can be found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Epistephium trianae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epistephium trianae?
Epistephium trianae
What is the common name of Epistephium trianae?
Triana's Epistephium
What type of plant is Epistephium trianae?
It is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family.
Species in the Epistephium genus
Epistephium amabile, Epistephium amplexicaule, Epistephium brevicristatum, Epistephium duckei, Epistephium elatum, Epistephium ellipticum, Epistephium frederici-augusti, Epistephium hernandii, Epistephium lamprophyllum, Epistephium laxiflorum, Epistephium lobulosum, Epistephium matogrossense, Epistephium parviflorum, Epistephium portellianum, Epistephium praestans, Epistephium sclerophyllum, Epistephium sessiliflorum, Epistephium speciosum, Epistephium subrepens, Epistephium williamsii, Epistephium garayi, Epistephium kubiyuense, Epistephium epiphyticum, Epistephium rhombilabium, Epistephium trianae, Epistephium araracuarae, Epistephium chironii,
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
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141002-1: Based on the initial data import