Brachypeza koeteiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koeteiensis
ID:
384190
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 164 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383522
Common Names
- Brachypeza koeteiensis
- Koetei's False Foxglove
- Koetei False Foxglove
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- Sarcochilus koeteiensis Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Brachypeza koeteiensis (also called Koetei's Brachypeza, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brachypeza koeteiensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachypeza koeteiensis is a small, yellow-green spikelet with a single bract. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brachypeza koeteiensis is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Brachypeza koeteiensis
Brachypeza koeteiensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines.
Brachypeza koeteiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachypeza koeteiensis?
Brachypeza koeteiensis
What type of plant is Brachypeza koeteiensis?
Brachypeza koeteiensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.
Where is Brachypeza koeteiensis found?
Brachypeza koeteiensis is native to the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.
Species in the Brachypeza genus
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-23873: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.