Brassavola retusa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
402684
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 33: t. 20 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402016
Common Names
- Brassavola retusa
- Brassavola Retusa
- Retusa Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Bletia retusa Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Brassavola retusa (also called Retuse brassavola, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India, Thailand, and Malaysia. It grows in wet, shady areas, and has round, glossy leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola retusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brassavola retusa is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola retusa is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and should be planted in a shady area. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. The plant should be protected from extreme temperatures and should be repotted every two to three years.
Where to Find Brassavola retusa
Brassavola retusa is native to Mexico and can be found in moist, open forests.
Brassavola retusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola retusa?
Brassavola retusa
What is the common name of Brassavola retusa?
Retusa Brassavola
What type of plant is Brassavola retusa?
Herbaceous perennial
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-24217: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.