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Trichocentrum jonesianum

Rat Tail Orchid
Also known as: Cohniella jonesiana (Rchb.f.) Christenson +4 more
  • Cohniella jonesiana (Rchb.f.) Christenson
  • Oncidium jonesianum Rchb.f.
  • Oncidium jonesianum var. flavens Rchb.f.
  • Oncidium jonesianum var. phaeanthum Sander
  • Stilifolium jonesianum (Rchb.f.) Königer & D.Pongratz
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a pseudobulbous epiphyte.

Trichocentrum jonesianum (commonly known as Rat-Tail Orchid) is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Plant Type
Air Plant

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Bolivia, Brazil South, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, Paraguay

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