Brachionidium filamentosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filamentosum
ID:
377182
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Hirtz
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 50 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376514
Common Names
- Brachionidium Filamentosum
- Filamentous Brachionidium
- Brachionidium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium filamentosum (also called Filamentous Brachionidium, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical regions of South and Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium filamentosum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachionidium filamentosum is a white, fragrant flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachionidium filamentosum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers partial shade and moist soil.
Where to Find Brachionidium filamentosum
Brachionidium filamentosum is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.
Brachionidium filamentosum FAQ
What is the common name of Brachionidium filamentosum?
Filamentous Brachionidium
What is the growth habit of Brachionidium filamentosum?
It is an evergreen perennial herb with a spreading habit.
What is the soil type preferred by Brachionidium filamentosum?
It prefers moist, well-drained soils.
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-23723: 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.