Status:
valid
Authors:
Barb.Rodr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 1: 97 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403234
Common Names
- Brassia arachnoidea
- Spider Orchid
- Arachnoid Orchid
Description
Brassia arachnoidea (also called Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It is found in moist forests, and grows to a height of up to 1 m.
Uses & Benefits
Brassia arachnoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassia arachnoidea has large, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped leaves that are light green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassia arachnoidea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divided plants should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.
Where to Find Brassia arachnoidea
Brassia arachnoidea can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in parts of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Brassia arachnoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassia arachnoidea?
Brassia arachnoidea
What type of plant is Brassia arachnoidea?
Orchid
Where does Brassia arachnoidea 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,