Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tyrianthina
ID:
341391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 1: 61, 223 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340723



Common Names

  • Bifrenaria tyrianthina
  • Tyrianthina Bifrenaria
  • Purple Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Lycaste tyrianthina Lodd., G.Lodd. & W.Lodd. ex W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Maxillaria tyrianthina hort. ex W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Bifrenaria magnicalcarata (Hoehne) Pabst [unknown]
  • Bifrenaria tyrianthina magnicalcarata Hoehne [unknown]

Description

Bifrenaria tyrianthina (also called Tyrianthina Bifrenaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with long, slender leaves and small white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bifrenaria tyrianthina 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 tyrianthina has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bifrenaria tyrianthina is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seeds should germinate in about two weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location in the garden. Bifrenaria tyrianthina prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bifrenaria tyrianthina

Bifrenaria tyrianthina is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Bifrenaria tyrianthina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bifrenaria tyrianthina?

Bifrenaria tyrianthina

What are the common names of Bifrenaria tyrianthina?

Tyrianthine Bifrenaria, Tyrianthine Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Bifrenaria tyrianthina?

Tropical rainforest

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,

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