Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ballatrix
ID:
375966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 18 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375298



Common Names

  • Brachionidium Ballatrix
  • Ballatrix Star Orchid
  • Star Orchid


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Description

Brachionidium ballatrix (also called Ballatrix Orchid, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of the world. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium ballatrix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to tolerate drought and poor soil. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachionidium ballatrix is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium ballatrix is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Brachionidium ballatrix

Brachionidium ballatrix can be found in the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.

Brachionidium ballatrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium ballatrix?

Brachionidium ballatrix

What type of plant is Brachionidium ballatrix?

Orchid

Where is Brachionidium ballatrix native to?

Central and South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-23704: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.