Brassavola venosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venosa
ID:
403465
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.): 20, t. 39. 1840
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402797
Common Names
- Brassavola venosa
- Veined Brassavola
- Veined Brassavola Plant
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- Bletia venosa Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Brassavola nodosa venosa (Lindl.) H.G.Jones [unknown]
- Javieria venosa (Lindl.) Archila, Chiron & Szlach. [unknown]
Description
Brassavola venosa (also called Veined Brassavola, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa, and is found in moist habitats such as marshes, streams, and lakes. It has long, slender stems with narrow, linear leaves that are arranged in a fan-like pattern. The flowers are small and white in color, and are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola venosa is an orchid that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its fragrant flowers and can be used to add a pleasant scent to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Brassavola venosa has white flowers with 3 petals. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola venosa is an evergreen orchid that prefers bright, indirect sunlight and well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Brassavola venosa
Brassavola venosa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Brassavola venosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola venosa?
Brassavola venosa
What type of plant is Brassavola venosa?
Orchid
Where does Brassavola venosa grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
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-24229: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.