Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
galeatum
ID:
377537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 58 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376869



Common Names

  • Brachionidium Galeatum
  • Galeatum Orchid
  • Galeatum Brachionidium


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Description

Brachionidium galeatum (also called Galeate Brachionidium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter high. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar and is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium galeatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachionidium galeatum has small yellow-green flowers that appear in summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium galeatum is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 8 inches tall. It is native to tropical Central and South America and is found in humid forests. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is by division. The plant should be divided in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Brachionidium galeatum

Brachionidium galeatum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Brachionidium galeatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium galeatum?

Brachionidium galeatum

What is the common name of Brachionidium galeatum?

Brachionidium

What is the natural habitat of Brachionidium galeatum?

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-23728: 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.