Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
macrostachys
ID:
323994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thouars) A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Hist. Nat. Paris 4: 70 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323326



Common Names

  • Beclardia macrostachys
  • Macrostachys Beclardia
  • Macrostachys


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Synonyms

  • Oeonia brachystachya Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oeonia erostris Cordem. [unknown]
  • Oeonia erostris egena Cordem. [unknown]
  • Oeonia erostris robusta Cordem. [unknown]
  • Oeonia macrostachys (Thouars) Lindl. [unknown]
  • Rhaphidorhynchus macrostachys (Thouars) Finet [unknown]
  • Rhaphidorhynchus macrostachys brachystachyus (Thouars) Finet [unknown]
  • Beclardia brachystachya (Thouars) A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Beclardia erostris Frapp. ex Cordem. [unknown]
  • Aeranthes brachystachya Bojer [unknown]
  • Aeranthes macrostachys (Thouars) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Aerides macrostachyon (Thouars) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum brachystachyum Thouars [unknown]
  • Epidendrum macrostachys Thouars [unknown]
  • Epidorkis brachystachya (Thouars) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Epidorkis macrostachys (Thouars) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Beclardia erostris Frapp. [unknown]

Description

Beclardia macrostachys (also called Beclardia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and is found in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Beclardia macrostachys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beclardia macrostachys has white flowers with yellow stamens and small, round seeds. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beclardia macrostachys is a small, evergreen, terrestrial orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest method, as the plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in well-draining soil. Seeds can be sown in a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Beclardia macrostachys

Beclardia macrostachys can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Beclardia macrostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beclardia macrostachys?

Beclardia macrostachys

What is the natural habitat of Beclardia macrostachys?

Beclardia macrostachys is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the characteristics of Beclardia macrostachys?

Beclardia macrostachys is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Species in the Beclardia genus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20408: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Louis-Marie Aubert du Petit-Thouars (1758-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thouars' in the authors string.