Brachionidium diaphanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diaphanum
ID:
376610
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & R.Vásquez
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 175 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375942
Common Names
- Diaphanum Brachionidium
- Diaphanum Bellflower-Heath
- Diaphanum Heath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium diaphanum (also called Diaphanous Brachionidium, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in heathland, shrubland, and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium diaphanum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an astringent, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachionidium diaphanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular nut. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Brachionidium diaphanum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Brachionidium diaphanum
Brachionidium diaphanum can be found in tropical Africa, India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Brachionidium diaphanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachionidium diaphanum?
Brachionidium diaphanum
What is the common name of Brachionidium diaphanum?
Transparent Brachionidium
What is the natural habitat of Brachionidium diaphanum?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia
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-23714: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.