Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Jost
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 25: 11 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341735
Common Names
- Condor's Brachionidium
- Condor Orchid
- Condor's Orchid
Description
Brachionidium condorense (also called Condor's brachionidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves. It is native to South America, and is typically found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium condorense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachionidium condorense has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black and triangular in shape. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachionidium condorense is a perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains. It prefers full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Brachionidium condorense
Brachionidium condorense is native to Peru.
Brachionidium condorense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachionidium condorense?
Brachionidium condorense
What type of plant is Brachionidium condorense?
An epiphytic orchid
Where is Brachionidium condorense native to?
Peru
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
Lou Jost: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jost' in the authors string.