Brassavola revoluta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revoluta
ID:
402748
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barb.Rodr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 2: 161 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402080
Common Names
- Revoluta
- Brassavola
- Brassavola Revoluta
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brassavola revoluta (also called 'White Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with white, fragrant flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly found in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola revoluta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassavola revoluta has white flowers with a yellow centre, and its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola revoluta is a tropical perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Brassavola revoluta
Brassavola revoluta is native to Mexico and can be found in moist, open forests.
Brassavola revoluta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola revoluta?
Brassavola revoluta
What is the common name of Brassavola revoluta?
Revolute Wild Petunia
What is the natural habitat of Brassavola revoluta?
Brassavola revoluta is native to South America.
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-24218: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.