Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachycladum
ID:
376006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 16: 33 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375338



Common Names

  • Brachionidium Brachycladum
  • Short-clad Star Orchid
  • Short-haired Star Orchid


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Description

Brachionidium brachycladum (also called Short-clad Brachionidium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in moist habitats such as rainforests, cloud forests, and other areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium brachycladum 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 brachycladum 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 brachycladum 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 brachycladum

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

Brachionidium brachycladum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium brachycladum?

Brachionidium brachycladum

What is the family of Brachionidium brachycladum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Brachionidium brachycladum found?

Brachionidium brachycladum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-23705: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.