Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
minusculum
ID:
378103

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 82 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377435



Common Names

  • Minusculum Brachionidium
  • Minusculum Orchid
  • Minusculum Spider Orchid


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Description

Brachionidium minusculum (also called Small Brachionidium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in humid habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium minusculum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachionidium minusculum is a yellow puffball, its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium minusculum is a terrestrial orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated through division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Regular watering is necessary, but the plant should not be allowed to dry out completely. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Brachionidium minusculum

Brachionidium minusculum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.

Brachionidium minusculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium minusculum?

Brachionidium minusculum

What is the common name of Brachionidium minusculum?

Minusculum Brachionidium

What is the family of Brachionidium minusculum?

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-23741: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.