Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
endresii
ID:
1411531

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.)

Source:
wcvp

Year:

Citation Micro:
ined.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423996

Common Names

  • Brassia Endresii
  • Endresii's Brassia
  • Brassia's Endresii

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Description

Brassia endresii (also called Endres' Brassia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic herb growing up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow. It is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Brassia endresii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassia endresii has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassia endresii is a perennial plant that is native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the spring.

Where to Find Brassia endresii

Brassia endresii is native to Costa Rica and can be found in the provinces of Alajuela, Cartago, Heredia, Limón, and Puntarenas.

Brassia endresii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassia endresii?

Brassia endresii

What is the common name of Brassia endresii?

Endres' Spider Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Brassia endresii?

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

Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.