Bifrenaria stefanae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stefanae
ID:
341340
Status:
valid
Authors:
V.P.Castro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 3(4): 42 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340672
Common Names
- Stefanae Bifrenaria
- Stefanae Orchid
- Bifrenaria stefanae
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- Adipe stefanae (Castro) Senghas [unknown]
Description
Bifrenaria stefanae (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 stefanae 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 stefanae has white and yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have thin, pale green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bifrenaria stefanae 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 stefanae
Bifrenaria stefanae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Bifrenaria stefanae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bifrenaria stefanae?
Bifrenaria stefanae
What is the family of Bifrenaria stefanae?
Orchidaceae
Where is Bifrenaria stefanae native to?
Brazil
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-22089: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.