Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cruziae
ID:
376381

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 14: 441 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375713



Common Names

  • Brachionidium cruziae
  • Cruz's Brachionidium
  • Cruz Brachionidium


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Description

Brachionidium cruziae (also called Cruz's Brachionidium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and its stems are up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America, and it is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium cruziae 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 cruziae has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium cruziae is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be pruned back after flowering to keep it looking neat.

Where to Find Brachionidium cruziae

Brachionidium cruziae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Brachionidium cruziae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium cruziae?

Brachionidium cruziae

What is the common name of Brachionidium cruziae?

Cruz's Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Brachionidium cruziae?

Tropical rainforests

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-23711: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.