Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
bretschneideri
ID:
561732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Batalin) B.L.Burtt

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Biodivers., Taxon., & Ecol. : 137 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561064

Common Names

  • Bassecoia bretschneideri
  • Bretschneideri Bassecoia
  • Bassecoia Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pterocephalodes bretschneideri (Batalin) V.Mayer & Ehrend. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa bretschneideri Batalin [unknown]
  • Pterocephalus bretschneideri (Batalin) Diels [unknown]

Description

Bassecoia bretschneideri (also called Bretschneider's bassecoia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and grows in wet, montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bassecoia bretschneideri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bassecoia bretschneideri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bassecoia bretschneideri is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the potting medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Bassecoia bretschneideri

Bassecoia bretschneideri is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Bassecoia bretschneideri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bassecoia bretschneideri?

Bassecoia bretschneideri

What is the common name of Bassecoia bretschneideri?

Bretschneider's bassecoia

What is the natural habitat of Bassecoia bretschneideri?

Coastal areas of South Africa

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2670724: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Alexander Theodorowicz Batalin (1847-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batalin' in the authors string.