Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cyrtopetala
ID:
405461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Orchis 6: 118 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404793

Common Names

  • Cyrtopetala Brassia
  • Cyrtopetala Brassia Sedge
  • Cyrtopetala Sedge

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Description

Brassia cyrtopetala (also called Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brassia cyrtopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassia cyrtopetala has a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, with a single root and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassia cyrtopetala is a tropical orchid that can be propagated by division. It grows best in bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow and difficult process.

Where to Find Brassia cyrtopetala

Brassia cyrtopetala can be found in Costa Rica.

Brassia cyrtopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassia cyrtopetala?

Brassia cyrtopetala

What is the common name of Brassia cyrtopetala?

Cyrtopetal Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Brassia cyrtopetala?

It is found in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24260: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.