Bletia ensifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ensifolia
ID:
345692
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.O.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 12: 245 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000345024
Common Names
- Bletia ensifolia
- Sword-Leaved Bletia
- Ensifolia Bletia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bletia ensifolia (also called 'Sword-leaved bletia', among many other common names) is a perennial orchid of the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central America, where it is found in moist, shady habitats. It has a tufted habit, with narrow, linear leaves and small, pinkish-purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bletia ensifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used to stabilize soil and to help prevent erosion. It is also used in wetland restoration projects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bletia ensifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are small and slender, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bletia ensifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bletia ensifolia
Bletia ensifolia can be found in Central and South America.
Bletia ensifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bletia ensifolia?
Bletia ensifolia
What is the common name of Bletia ensifolia?
Ensifolia Bletia
What is the family of Bletia ensifolia?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Bletia genus
Bletia riparia, Bletia adenocarpa, Bletia altilamellata, Bletia amabilis, Bletia antillana, Bletia campanulata, Bletia candida, Bletia catenulata, Bletia coccinea, Bletia concolor, Bletia ensifolia, Bletia florida, Bletia gracilis, Bletia greenmaniana, Bletia greenwoodiana, Bletia lilacina, Bletia macristhmochila, Bletia meridana, Bletia neglecta, Bletia nelsonii, Bletia parkinsonii, Bletia patula, Bletia punctata, Bletia purpurata, Bletia purpurea, Bletia reflexa, Bletia roezlii, Bletia similis, Bletia stenophylla, Bletia tamayoana, Bletia tenuifolia, Bletia urbana, Bletia warfordiana, Bletia netzeri, Bletia villae, Bletia ekmanii, Bletia elegans, Bletia mixtecana,
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-22505: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.