Brassavola xerophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xerophylla
ID:
1325771
Status:
valid
Authors:
Archila
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Revista Guatemalensis 16: 109 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338225
Common Names
- Brassavola xerophylla
- Xerophylla Brassavola
- Xerophylla Lady of the Night
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brassavola xerophylla (also called Xerophyllous Brassavola, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in humid, subtropical forests and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola xerophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassavola xerophylla has white flowers, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola xerophylla is a tropical orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done during repotting and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Brassavola xerophylla
Brassavola xerophylla is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, arid climates.
Brassavola xerophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola xerophylla?
Brassavola xerophylla
What is the common name of Brassavola xerophylla?
Xerophyllous Brassavola
What is the natural habitat of Brassavola xerophylla?
Dry grasslands, woodlands, and savannahs
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
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77136074-1: Based on the initial data import