Bletia punctata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctata
ID:
346491
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lex.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Nov. Veg. Descr. 2(Orchid. Opusc.): 15 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000345823
Common Names
- Dotted Bletia
- Punctata Bletia
- Bletia punctata
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- Bletia secunda Lindl. [unknown]
- Eulophia dilatata Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Bletia punctata (also called Spotted bletia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has a dense tuft of leaves. It grows in moist and wet habitats, such as riverbanks, lakeshores, and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Bletia punctata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bletia punctata is a small, white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet, with a single, long, white tail. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a single white root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Bletia punctata: Bletia punctata is a perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It can be propagated by division in early spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bletia punctata
Bletia punctata is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.
Bletia punctata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bletia punctata?
Bletia punctata
What is the common name of Bletia punctata?
Punctate bletia
What type of plant is Bletia punctata?
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-22580: Based on the initial data import
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.