Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
glumacea
ID:
405967

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Orchid. Linden. : 17 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405299



Common Names

  • Glumacea Brassia
  • Glumacea Spider Orchid
  • Glumacea Spider-orchid


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Description

Brassia glumacea (also called 'Glumaceous Spider Orchid', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial orchid native to Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Brassia glumacea is an ornamental plant used in gardens and water gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassia glumacea has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are shrubby, with thick stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassia glumacea is a perennial grass that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring.

Where to Find Brassia glumacea

Brassia glumacea can be found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams in North America.

Brassia glumacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassia glumacea?

Brassia glumacea

What is the common name of Brassia glumacea?

Tassel fern

What type of plant is Brassia glumacea?

Fern

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-24268: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.