Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ficicola
ID:
320974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 212 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320306

Common Names

  • Taeniophyllum ficicola
  • Fig-loving Star-jasmine
  • Fig-loving Jasmine

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Description

Taeniophyllum ficicola (also called Ficus Taeniophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a few leaves and a single flower. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near streams or in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taeniophyllum ficicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. The plant is known to attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taeniophyllum ficicola has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taeniophyllum ficicola is an epiphytic orchid found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two leaves and a few roots. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium such as bark chips, moss, or a combination of both. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Taeniophyllum ficicola

Taeniophyllum ficicola is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Taeniophyllum ficicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum ficicola?

Taeniophyllum ficicola

What is the family of Taeniophyllum ficicola?

Orchidaceae

Where is Taeniophyllum ficicola found?

It is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Species in the Taeniophyllum genus

Taeniophyllum affine, Taeniophyllum aggregatum, Taeniophyllum album, Taeniophyllum alwisii, Taeniophyllum amboinense, Taeniophyllum andamanicum, Taeniophyllum annuliferum, Taeniophyllum apiculatum, Taeniophyllum arachnites, Taeniophyllum arunachalense, Taeniophyllum asperatum, Taeniophyllum aurantiacum, Taeniophyllum aureum, Taeniophyllum bakhuizenii, Taeniophyllum bicostulatum, Taeniophyllum biloculare, Taeniophyllum biocellatum, Taeniophyllum borneense, Taeniophyllum brachypus, Taeniophyllum bracteatum, Taeniophyllum breviscapum, Taeniophyllum brunnescens, Taeniophyllum calcaratum, Taeniophyllum calceolus, Taeniophyllum calyptrochilus, Taeniophyllum campanulatum, Taeniophyllum canaliculatum, Taeniophyllum capillare, Taeniophyllum cardiophorum, Taeniophyllum carnosiflorum, Taeniophyllum celebicum, Taeniophyllum clavatum, Taeniophyllum clavicalcar, Taeniophyllum cochleare, Taeniophyllum coiloglossum, Taeniophyllum compactum, Taeniophyllum complanatum, Taeniophyllum concavum, Taeniophyllum confertum, Taeniophyllum confusum, Taeniophyllum conoceras, Taeniophyllum copelandii, Taeniophyllum coxii, Taeniophyllum crenatum, Taeniophyllum crepidiforme, Taeniophyllum cucullatum, Taeniophyllum cycloglossum, Taeniophyllum cylindrocentrum, Taeniophyllum cymboglossum, Taeniophyllum daroussinii,

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,

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