Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
arethusa
ID:
375908

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 16 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375240



Common Names

  • Brachionidium arethusa
  • Arethusa Brachionidium
  • Arethusa Brachionidium Orchid


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Description

Brachionidium arethusa (also called Star Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a long, thin stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium arethusa is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a hedge or a windbreak, and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachionidium arethusa has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium arethusa is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting mix. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Brachionidium arethusa

Brachionidium arethusa is native to Central and South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Brachionidium arethusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium arethusa?

Brachionidium arethusa

What type of plant is Brachionidium arethusa?

It is an epiphytic orchid

What is the natural habitat of Brachionidium arethusa?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Brachionidium genus

Brachionidium condorense, Brachionidium deflexum, Brachionidium machupicchuense, Brachionidium alpestre, Brachionidium andreettae, Brachionidium arethusa, Brachionidium ballatrix, Brachionidium brachycladum, Brachionidium brevicaudatum, Brachionidium calypso, Brachionidium capillare, Brachionidium ciliolatum, Brachionidium cruziae, Brachionidium dalstroemii, Brachionidium dentatum, Brachionidium diaphanum, Brachionidium dodsonii, Brachionidium dressleri, Brachionidium ecuadorense, Brachionidium elegans, Brachionidium ephemerum, Brachionidium escobarii, Brachionidium filamentosum, Brachionidium folsomii, Brachionidium fornicatum, Brachionidium furfuraceum, Brachionidium galeatum, Brachionidium haberi, Brachionidium hirtzii, Brachionidium imperiale, Brachionidium ingramii, Brachionidium jesupiae, Brachionidium juliani, Brachionidium kuhniarum, Brachionidium lehmannii, Brachionidium longicaudatum, Brachionidium loxense, Brachionidium lucanoideum, Brachionidium meridense, Brachionidium minusculum, Brachionidium muscosum, Brachionidium neblinense, Brachionidium operosum, Brachionidium parvifolium, Brachionidium parvum, Brachionidium peltarion, Brachionidium phalangiferum, Brachionidium piuntzae, Brachionidium polypodium, Brachionidium portillae,

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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