Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
burkartii
ID:
385246

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.N.Correa

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 10: 160 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000384578



Common Names

  • Brachystele burkartii
  • Burkart's Brachystele
  • Burkart's Spiderflower


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Description

Brachystele burkartii (also called Burkart's Brachystele, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystele burkartii is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder for livestock, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachystele burkartii has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystele burkartii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly during dry periods.

Where to Find Brachystele burkartii

Brachystele burkartii can be found in South Africa.

Brachystele burkartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachystele burkartii?

Brachystele burkartii

What is the common name of Brachystele burkartii?

Burkart's Brachystele

What is the natural habitat of Brachystele burkartii?

Grasslands, scrub and rocky places

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-23898: Based on the initial data import
Maevia Noemí Correa (1914-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.N.Correa' in the authors string.