Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
koehlerorum
ID:
406530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 9: 112 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405862

Common Names

  • Brassia koehlerorum
  • Koehler's Brassia
  • Koehlerorum Brassia

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Synonyms

  • Brassia juninensis C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Brassia koehlerorum (also called Koehler's Brassia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Brassia koehlerorum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brassia koehlerorum has small, yellow flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a short, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brassia koehlerorum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best to fertilize the soil with a slow-release fertilizer before planting. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated by dividing the clumps in the spring.

Where to Find Brassia koehlerorum

Brassia koehlerorum is native to tropical America.

Brassia koehlerorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brassia koehlerorum?

Brassia koehlerorum

What is the common name of Brassia koehlerorum?

Koehler's brassia

What is the growth habit of Brassia koehlerorum?

It is an annual herb with a creeping rhizome

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-24282: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.