Bifrenaria steyermarkii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
341351
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Foldats) Garay & Dunst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 56 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340683
Common Names
- Steyermark's Bifrenaria
- Steyermark's Orchid
- Bifrenaria steyermarkii
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- Xylobium steyermarkii Foldats [unknown]
Description
Bifrenaria steyermarkii (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 steyermarkii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bifrenaria steyermarkii has white flowers with yellow centres, and the seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Bifrenaria steyermarkii 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 steyermarkii
Bifrenaria steyermarkii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Bifrenaria steyermarkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bifrenaria steyermarkii?
Bifrenaria steyermarkii
What are the common names of Bifrenaria steyermarkii?
Steyermark's Bifrenaria, Steyermark's Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Bifrenaria steyermarkii?
Tropical rainforest
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-22090: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.