Brachionidium machupicchuense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
machupicchuense
ID:
342405
Status:
valid
Authors:
Salinas & Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 71: 717 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000341737
Common Names
- Machu Picchu Brachionidium
- Machu Picchu Orchid
- Machu Picchu Brachionidium Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brachionidium machupicchuense (also called Machu Picchu brachionidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves. It is native to South America, and is typically found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Brachionidium machupicchuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachionidium machupicchuense has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black and triangular in shape. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachionidium machupicchuense is a terrestrial orchid native to Peru. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil with partial shade. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Brachionidium machupicchuense
Brachionidium machupicchuense is native to Peru.
Brachionidium machupicchuense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachionidium machupicchuense?
Brachionidium machupicchuense
What type of plant is Brachionidium machupicchuense?
An epiphytic orchid
Where is Brachionidium machupicchuense native to?
Peru
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-221950: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Antonio Salinas T.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salinas' in the authors string.