Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pepe-portillae
ID:
806082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Hirtz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 103: 309 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805416



Common Names

  • Pepe-Portillae Brachionidium
  • Pepe-Portillae
  • Brachionidium


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Description

Brachionidium pepe-portillae (also called 'Pepe-Portillae's Brachionidium', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Oncidiinae subfamily. It is native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium pepe-portillae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used to add texture to flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachionidium pepe-portillae has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers have 5 petals and 5 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium pepe-portillae is a hardy evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of full shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Brachionidium pepe-portillae

Brachionidium pepe-portillae is native to Costa Rica and can be found in moist, shady forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Brachionidium pepe-portillae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Brachionidium pepe-portillae?

Brachionidium pepe-portillae is native to the tropical forests of Central America.

What type of soil does Brachionidium pepe-portillae prefer?

Brachionidium pepe-portillae prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Brachionidium pepe-portillae?

Brachionidium pepe-portillae prefers warm temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

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-343707: 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.