Bifrenaria mellicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mellicolor
ID:
341223
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 9: 622 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340555
Common Names
- Mellicolor Bifrenaria
- Mellicolor Orchid
- Bifrenaria mellicolor
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bifrenaria mellicolor (also called Honey-colored 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 mellicolor is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bifrenaria mellicolor 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 mellicolor 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 mellicolor
Bifrenaria mellicolor is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Bifrenaria mellicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bifrenaria mellicolor?
Bifrenaria mellicolor
What is the common name of Bifrenaria mellicolor?
Honey-colored Bifrenaria
What is the natural habitat of Bifrenaria mellicolor?
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-22077: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.