Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
archytas
ID:
384086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 164 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383418



Common Names

  • Brachypeza archytas
  • Archytas Brachypeza
  • Brachypeza


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium archytas Ridl. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus archytas Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Brachypeza archytas (also called Archytas' Brachypeza, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in dry habitats, such as rocky slopes and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Brachypeza archytas is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachypeza archytas is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachypeza archytas is a perennial grass-like plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the summer. It is best to sow the seeds in a container and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Brachypeza archytas

Brachypeza archytas is native to Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Brachypeza archytas FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachypeza archytas?

Brachypeza archytas

What is the common name of Brachypeza archytas?

Archytas meadow-rue

Where does Brachypeza archytas grow?

Brachypeza archytas is found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia

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-23871: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.