Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 42(2): 143 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403087
Common Names
- Brassia Angustilabia
- Angustilabia Brassia
- Brassia of Angustilabia
Description
Brassia angustilabia (also called Narrow-lipped spider orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady forests and along streams. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 1 meter tall, with thin leaves and fragrant yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Brassia angustilabia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassia angustilabia has yellow flowers with white stamens. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassia angustilabia can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Brassia angustilabia
Brassia angustilabia is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually at elevations of 500 to 1,500 meters.
Brassia angustilabia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassia angustilabia?
Brassia angustilabia
What type of plant is Brassia angustilabia?
Orchid
Where does Brassia angustilabia grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Brassia genus
Brassia allenii,
Brassia andreettae,
Brassia angusta,
Brassia angustilabia,
Brassia arachnoidea,
Brassia arcuigera,
Brassia aurorae,
Brassia bennettiorum,
Brassia bidens,
Brassia brachypus,
Brassia caudata,
Brassia cauliformis,
Brassia chloroleuca,
Brassia chlorops,
Brassia cochleata,
Brassia cyrtopetala,
Brassia escobariana,
Brassia euodes,
Brassia farinifera,
Brassia filomenoi,
Brassia forgetiana,
Brassia gireoudiana,
Brassia glumacea,
Brassia huebneri,
Brassia iguapoana,
Brassia jipijapensis,
Brassia keiliana,
Brassia koehlerorum,
Brassia lanceana,
Brassia macrostachya,
Brassia maculata,
Brassia mendozae,
Brassia neglecta,
Brassia ocanensis,
Brassia pascoensis,
Brassia peruviana,
Brassia pozoi,
Brassia pumila,
Brassia rhizomatosa,
Brassia rolandoi,
Brassia signata,
Brassia thyrsodes,
Brassia transamazonica,
Brassia verrucosa,
Brassia villosa,
Brassia wageneri,
Brassia warszewiczii,
Brassia suavissima,
Brassia aurantiaca,
Brassia andina,
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,