Bletia nelsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nelsonii
ID:
346235
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 35: 82 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000345567
Common Names
- Bletia nelsonii
- Nelson's Bletia
- Nelson's Spider Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bletia nelsonii (also called Nelson's Bletia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to Central America. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist meadows and grasslands. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bletia nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and in wetland areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Bletia nelsonii has small, greenish-brown flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.
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Cultivation and propagation of Bletia nelsonii: Bletia nelsonii is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the clumps of the plant in late spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in the fall or spring. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds should germinate in about two weeks.
Where to Find Bletia nelsonii
Bletia nelsonii can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Bletia nelsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bletia nelsonii?
Bletia nelsonii
What is the common name of Bletia nelsonii?
Nelson's Bletia
What type of plant is Bletia nelsonii?
Orchid
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-22556: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.