Brachionidium ephemerum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ephemerum
ID:
377090
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Hirtz
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 46 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376422
Common Names
- Brachionidium ephemerum
- Ephemerum Brachionidium
- Ephemerum Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium ephemerum (also called Ephemerum Brachionidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains in Chile. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium ephemerum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food and fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachionidium ephemerum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are grass-like, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachionidium ephemerum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Brachionidium ephemerum
Brachionidium ephemerum is native to tropical regions of South America, specifically Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest.
Brachionidium ephemerum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachionidium ephemerum?
Brachionidium ephemerum
What are the common names of Brachionidium ephemerum?
Ephemerum Brachionidium, Ephemerum Brachionidium
What are the uses of Brachionidium ephemerum?
It is used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant.
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-23721: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.