Status:
valid
Authors:
Endrés ex Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1873: 542 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404261
Common Names
- Brassia Chlorops
- Green-eyed Brassia
- Green-eyed Spider Orchid
Description
Brassia chlorops (also called Green-flowered Brassia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to a height of 0.6 m. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Brassia chlorops is a popular plant for aquariums and ponds. It is a fast-growing plant that can help to keep the water clean by absorbing nutrients and providing oxygen. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens, as it is a low-maintenance plant that can tolerate a range of soil conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassia chlorops flowers are small and white, with a single pistil and five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are light green with long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassia chlorops can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Brassia chlorops
Brassia chlorops is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, growing on trees or rocks.
Brassia chlorops FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassia chlorops?
Brassia chlorops
What is the common name of Brassia chlorops?
Green-eyed Brassia
What is the natural habitat of Brassia chlorops?
Tropical rainforests
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,