Bifrenaria inodora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inodora
ID:
341136
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29: t. 48 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340468
Common Names
- Inodora Bifrenaria
- Inodora Orchid
- Bifrenaria inodora
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- Bifrenaria fragrans Barb.Rodr. [illegitimate]
- Bifrenaria fuerstenbergiana Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Bifrenaria inodora (also called Odorless Bifrenaria, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Bifrenaria inodora is a popular houseplant due to its bright and colorful foliage. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets and floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bifrenaria inodora has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bifrenaria inodora is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of South America. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be transplanted to a larger pot when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Bifrenaria inodora
Bifrenaria inodora is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest.
Bifrenaria inodora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bifrenaria inodora?
Bifrenaria inodora
What is the common name of Bifrenaria inodora?
Fragrant Bifrenaria
What is the natural habitat of Bifrenaria inodora?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Bifrenaria genus
Bifrenaria atropurpurea, Bifrenaria aureofulva, Bifrenaria calcarata, Bifrenaria charlesworthii, Bifrenaria clavigera, Bifrenaria grandis, Bifrenaria harrisoniae, Bifrenaria inodora, Bifrenaria leucorhoda, Bifrenaria longicornis, Bifrenaria mellicolor, Bifrenaria racemosa, Bifrenaria silvana, Bifrenaria stefanae, Bifrenaria steyermarkii, Bifrenaria tetragona, Bifrenaria tyrianthina, Bifrenaria venezuelana, Bifrenaria verboonenii, Bifrenaria vitellina, Bifrenaria wittigii, Bifrenaria leucorrhoda,
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-22069: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.