Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenuis
ID:
306111

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 10: 77 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305443

Common Names

  • Scaphyglottis tenuis
  • Tenuis Orchid
  • Slender Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Scaphyglottis oblonga L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Sessilibulbum oblonga (L.O.Williams) Brieger [unknown]
  • Sessilibulbum tenuis (L.O.Williams) Brieger [unknown]

Description

Scaphyglottis tenuis (also called Slender Scaphyglottis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, typically on tree branches. It has a long, thin stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphyglottis tenuis 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

Scaphyglottis tenuis has small, yellow flowers that are borne in dense, terminal clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphyglottis tenuis is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining medium such as a mix of peat moss and perlite. It should be kept moist but not soggy and should be fertilized regularly. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Scaphyglottis tenuis

Scaphyglottis tenuis is native to Central America and Mexico. It can be found in wet forests, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Scaphyglottis tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphyglottis tenuis?

Scaphyglottis tenuis

What is the natural habitat of Scaphyglottis tenuis?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the average size of Scaphyglottis tenuis?

2-3 cm in diameter

Species in the Scaphyglottis genus

Scaphyglottis acostaei, Scaphyglottis amparoana, Scaphyglottis arctata, Scaphyglottis atwoodii, Scaphyglottis aurea, Scaphyglottis behrii, Scaphyglottis bicallosa, Scaphyglottis bicornis, Scaphyglottis bifida, Scaphyglottis bilineata, Scaphyglottis boliviensis, Scaphyglottis caricalensis, Scaphyglottis chlorantha, Scaphyglottis chocoana, Scaphyglottis condorana, Scaphyglottis conferta, Scaphyglottis confusa, Scaphyglottis corallorrhiza, Scaphyglottis crurigera, Scaphyglottis densa, Scaphyglottis dunstervillei, Scaphyglottis fasciculata, Scaphyglottis felskyi, Scaphyglottis fusiformis, Scaphyglottis geminata, Scaphyglottis gentryi, Scaphyglottis gigantea, Scaphyglottis graminifolia, Scaphyglottis grandiflora, Scaphyglottis hirtzii, Scaphyglottis hondurensis, Scaphyglottis jimenezii, Scaphyglottis laevilabium, Scaphyglottis leucantha, Scaphyglottis limonensis, Scaphyglottis lindeniana, Scaphyglottis livida, Scaphyglottis longicaulis, Scaphyglottis mesocopis, Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum, Scaphyglottis micrantha, Scaphyglottis minutiflora, Scaphyglottis modesta, Scaphyglottis monspirrae, Scaphyglottis pachybulbon, Scaphyglottis panamensis, Scaphyglottis prolifera, Scaphyglottis propinqua, Scaphyglottis pulchella, Scaphyglottis punctulata,

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-186817: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.