Brillantaisia cicatricosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cicatricosa
ID:
572913
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindau
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 4 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572245
Common Names
- Brillantaisia Cicatricosa
- Cicatricosa's Brillantaisia
- Cicatricosa Brillantaisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brillantaisia cicatricosa (also called Scarred Brillantaisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It grows up to 3 meters in height and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Brillantaisia cicatricosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brillantaisia cicatricosa has white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow leaves. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brillantaisia cicatricosa is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. When growing from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a sterile, well-draining medium such as perlite or vermiculite. The seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. When propagating by division, it is best to divide the clumps in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until they become established.
Where to Find Brillantaisia cicatricosa
Brillantaisia cicatricosa is native to tropical Africa.
Brillantaisia cicatricosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brillantaisia cicatricosa?
Brillantaisia cicatricosa
What type of plant is Brillantaisia cicatricosa?
It is an orchid
Where is Brillantaisia cicatricosa found?
It is found in the tropical forests of South America
Species in the Brillantaisia genus
Brillantaisia richardsiae, Brillantaisia cicatricosa, Brillantaisia debilis, Brillantaisia fulva, Brillantaisia grottanellii, Brillantaisia lamium, Brillantaisia lancifolia, Brillantaisia madagascariensis, Brillantaisia oligantha, Brillantaisia owariensis, Brillantaisia pubescens, Brillantaisia riparia, Brillantaisia stenopteris, Brillantaisia vogeliana,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.