Brassavola perrinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrinii
ID:
402418
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 18: t. 1561 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401750
Common Names
- Perrinii Brassavola
- Brassavola Perrinii
- Perrinii's Brassavola
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- Brassavola perrinii pluriflora Hauman [unknown]
Description
Brassavola perrinii (also called 'Perrin's Brassavola', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola perrinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brassavola perrinii is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Brassavola perrinii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Brassavola perrinii
Brassavola perrinii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Brassavola perrinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola perrinii?
Brassavola perrinii
What is the natural habitat of Brassavola perrinii?
Tropical rainforest
What are the common names of Brassavola perrinii?
Tropical trumpet vine
Species in the Brassavola genus
Brassavola acaulis, Brassavola angustata, Brassavola appendiculata, Brassavola ceboletta, Brassavola cucullata, Brassavola fasciculata, Brassavola filifolia, Brassavola flagellaris, Brassavola gardneri, Brassavola gillettei, Brassavola grandiflora, Brassavola harrisii, Brassavola martiana, Brassavola nodosa, Brassavola perrinii, Brassavola reginae, Brassavola retusa, Brassavola revoluta, Brassavola rhomboglossa, Brassavola subulifolia, Brassavola tuberculata, Brassavola venosa, Brassavola cebolleta, Brassavola xerophylla, Brassavola pitengoensis,
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-24213: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.