Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
unilateralis
ID:
386856

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 37(2): 374 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386188



Common Names

  • Brachystele unilateralis
  • One-sided Brachystele
  • One-sided Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Neottia diuretica Willd. [unknown]
  • Odontorrhynchus chilensis (A.Rich.) Garay [unknown]
  • Ophrys unilateralis Poir. [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis diuretica W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Spiranthes chilensis A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes diuretica Lindl. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes lechleri (Schltr.) C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes nuil Rich. [unknown]
  • Brachystele lechleri Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachystele nuil (Rich.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Epipactis diuretica Stokes [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys chilensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys unilateralis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Brachystele unilateralis (also called Unilateral Brachystele, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas, reaching a height of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Brachystele unilateralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make jams and jellies. The plant has antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachystele unilateralis is a white, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachystele unilateralis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Brachystele unilateralis

Brachystele unilateralis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Brachystele unilateralis FAQ

What is the common name of Brachystele unilateralis?

Unilateral Brachystele

What is the scientific name of Unilateral Brachystele?

Brachystele unilateralis

What is the natural habitat of Brachystele unilateralis?

Brachystele unilateralis is native to Turkey.

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-23927: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.