Brassocattleya lindleyana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindleyana
ID:
408227
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 5: 78 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407559
Common Names
- Lindley's Brassocattleya
- Lindley's Cattleya
- Lindley's Brassavola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brassocattleya lindleyana (also called 'Lindleyana', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a small plant with a single, upright stem and a few leaves at the base. The flowers are small and white, and the plant grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Brassocattleya lindleyana is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a source of food for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brassocattleya lindleyana is a small, white, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassocattleya lindleyana is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining medium, such as a mixture of peat moss and perlite. It should be kept moist but not wet, and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.
Where to Find Brassocattleya lindleyana
Brassocattleya lindleyana can be found in the rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama.
Brassocattleya lindleyana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassocattleya lindleyana?
Brassocattleya lindleyana
What type of plant is Brassocattleya lindleyana?
It is an epiphytic orchid
What is the natural habitat of Brassocattleya lindleyana?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Brassocattleya genus
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 version 1.0, record: tro-23518586: Originally associated with wfo-0001088733
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-23518586: Originally associated with wfo-0001088733
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:618144-1: Based on the initial data import