Bifrenaria silvana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silvana
ID:
341329
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.P.Castro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 3(4): 41 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340661
Common Names
- Silvana Bifrenaria
- Silvana Orchid
- Bifrenaria silvana
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- Adipe silvana (Castro) Senghas [unknown]
Description
Bifrenaria silvana (also called Bifrenaria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic plant with a rosette of leaves and a single flower spike. It is native to South America and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bifrenaria silvana is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and reducing inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bifrenaria silvana has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bifrenaria silvana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Once established, the plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Bifrenaria silvana
Bifrenaria silvana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Bifrenaria silvana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bifrenaria silvana?
Bifrenaria silvana
What is the family of Bifrenaria silvana?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Bifrenaria silvana?
Tropical 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-22088: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.