Status:
valid
Authors:
Linden ex Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 31: t. 60 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406514
Common Names
- Brassia pumila
- Dwarf Brassia
- Dwarf Spider Orchid
Synonyms
- Brassia lanceana pumila (Linden ex Lindl.) Lindl. [unknown]
- Oncidium suaveolens pumilum (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Brassia pumila (also called Dwarf grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It has a tufted growth habit and grows in moist, sandy soils. It is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Brassia pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of fuel wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brassia pumila is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassia pumila is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate drought. It is frost hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.
Where to Find Brassia pumila
Brassia pumila can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Brassia pumila FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Brassia pumila?
Brassia pumila prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
What type of soil does Brassia pumila prefer?
Brassia pumila prefers moist, well-drained soils.
What is the best way to propagate Brassia pumila?
Brassia pumila can be propagated by seed or division.
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,