Brachionidium ingramii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ingramii
ID:
377813
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & Dalström
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 61(4): 1 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377145
Common Names
- Brachionidium Ingramii
- Ingram's Brachionidium
- Brachionidium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium ingramii (also called Ingram's Brachionidium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist forests and along streams. It is an epiphytic orchid with yellow flowers and long, thin leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium ingramii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachionidium ingramii is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
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Brachionidium ingramii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt in the soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or summer.
Where to Find Brachionidium ingramii
Brachionidium ingramii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is commonly found in moist forests and grasslands.
Brachionidium ingramii FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Brachionidium ingramii
What type of plant is this?
A perennial herb
What are the common uses of this plant?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control
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-23732: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.