Brachionidium ciliolatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliolatum
ID:
376252
Status:
valid
Authors:
Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 50: 464 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375584
Common Names
- Brachionidium Ciliolatum
- Ciliolate Star Orchid
- Hairy Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium ciliolatum (also called Ciliolate brachionidium, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It typically grows on the branches of trees in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium ciliolatum is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachionidium ciliolatum has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachionidium ciliolatum is a small, evergreen perennial that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Brachionidium ciliolatum
Brachionidium ciliolatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Brachionidium ciliolatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachionidium ciliolatum?
Brachionidium ciliolatum
What are the common names of Brachionidium ciliolatum?
Ciliolate Orchid, Ciliolate Orchid
What is the growth habit of Brachionidium ciliolatum?
It is an epiphytic orchid with a clumping habit
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-23709: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.