Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach. & R.González
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Bol. Inst. Bot. Univ. Guadalajara 5: 390 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385352
Common Names
- Brachystele luzmariana
- Luzmariana Brachystele
- Luzmariana's Brachystele
Description
Brachystele luzmariana (also called Luz Mariana's Brachystele, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a few branches. It is native to Mexico and Central America, where it grows in wet forests and along streams. It has large, white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Brachystele luzmariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brachystele luzmariana is yellow, with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a white-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachystele luzmariana is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforest of South America. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Brachystele luzmariana
Brachystele luzmariana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Brachystele luzmariana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brachystele luzmariana?
Brachystele luzmariana
What is the common name of Brachystele luzmariana?
Luz Mariana's Brachystele
Where is Brachystele luzmariana native to?
South America
Species in the Brachystele genus
Brachystele arechavaletae,
Brachystele bicrinita,
Brachystele bracteosa,
Brachystele burkartii,
Brachystele camporum,
Brachystele chlorops,
Brachystele cyclochila,
Brachystele delicatula,
Brachystele dilatata,
Brachystele guayanensis,
Brachystele luzmariana,
Brachystele maasii,
Brachystele oxyanthos,
Brachystele pappulosa,
Brachystele scabrilingua,
Brachystele subfiliformis,
Brachystele unilateralis,
Brachystele waldemarii,
Brachystele widgrenii,
Brachystele tamayoana,
Brachystele icmadophila,
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,