Brachionidium longicaudatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longicaudatum
ID:
377988
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 58: 348 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377320
Common Names
- Longicaudatum Brachionidium
- Brachionidium Longicaudatum
- Longicaudatum Brachionidium Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium longicaudatum (also called Long-tailed Brachionidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium longicaudatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used to make paper, as a dye, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachionidium longicaudatum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves and stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachionidium longicaudatum is a tropical orchid that is native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of up to 1 m (3 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and bright, indirect light. Propagation is by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Brachionidium longicaudatum
Brachionidium longicaudatum is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Brachionidium longicaudatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachionidium longicaudatum?
Brachionidium longicaudatum
What is the common name of Brachionidium longicaudatum?
Long-tailed Brachionidium
What is the family of Brachionidium longicaudatum?
Orchidaceae
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-23737: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.