Status:
valid
Authors:
(Leonard & Ames) Braem
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 37: 58 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326343
Common Names
- Tolumnia haitiensis
- Haitiensis Tolumnia
- Haitiensis Ball Orchid
Synonyms
- Oncidium haitiense Leonard & Ames [unknown]
Description
Tolumnia haitiensis (also called Haitian Tolumnia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It has an upright growth habit, with long, thin leaves and small, fragrant flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on trees or other plants.
Uses & Benefits
Tolumnia haitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolumnia haitiensis has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The flowers are clustered on the end of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tolumnia haitiensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix in a bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Tolumnia haitiensis
Tolumnia haitiensis is native to Haiti and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Tolumnia haitiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolumnia haitiensis?
Tolumnia haitiensis
What is the common name of Tolumnia haitiensis?
Haitian Tolumnia
What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia haitiensis?
Tropical forests
Species in the Tolumnia genus
Tolumnia acunae,
Tolumnia arizajuliana,
Tolumnia bahamensis,
Tolumnia calochila,
Tolumnia caribensis,
Tolumnia compressicaulis,
Tolumnia gauntlettii,
Tolumnia guianensis,
Tolumnia guibertiana,
Tolumnia guttata,
Tolumnia haitiensis,
Tolumnia hawkesiana,
Tolumnia henekenii,
Tolumnia lemoniana,
Tolumnia lucayana,
Tolumnia prionochila,
Tolumnia pulchella,
Tolumnia quadriloba,
Tolumnia sasseri,
Tolumnia scandens,
Tolumnia sylvestris,
Tolumnia triquetra,
Tolumnia tuerckheimii,
Tolumnia urophylla,
Tolumnia usneoides,
Tolumnia variegata,
Tolumnia gundlachii,
Tolumnia ann-hadderae,
Tolumnia domingensis,
Tolumnia floride-phillipsiae,
Tolumnia cubense,
Tolumnia jimenezii,
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,