Bromheadia annamensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annamensis
ID:
808587
Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver. & Averyanova
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Komarovia 4: 3 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807921
Common Names
- Bromheadia annamensis
- Annamensis Bromheadia
- Annamensis Star-Creeper
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia annamensis (also called Annam Bromheadia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South East Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height. The flowers are white and bell-shaped. It is found in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia annamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, coughs, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bromheadia annamensis has small, star-shaped, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia annamensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Vietnam. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich, acidic soil in a partially shaded area. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sowing in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Bromheadia annamensis
Bromheadia annamensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Bromheadia annamensis FAQ
What are the light requirements of Bromheadia annamensis?
Bromheadia annamensis prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal temperature range for Bromheadia annamensis?
Bromheadia annamensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How often should I water Bromheadia annamensis?
Water Bromheadia annamensis when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Bromheadia genus
Bromheadia alticola, Bromheadia aporoides, Bromheadia borneensis, Bromheadia brevifolia, Bromheadia cecieliae, Bromheadia coomansii, Bromheadia crassiflora, Bromheadia devogelii, Bromheadia divaricata, Bromheadia ensifolia, Bromheadia falcifolia, Bromheadia finlaysoniana, Bromheadia gracilis, Bromheadia graminea, Bromheadia grandiflora, Bromheadia humilis, Bromheadia latifolia, Bromheadia lohaniensis, Bromheadia longifolia, Bromheadia pendek, Bromheadia pungens, Bromheadia robusta, Bromheadia rupestris, Bromheadia scirpoidea, Bromheadia srilankensis, Bromheadia tenuis, Bromheadia truncata, Bromheadia annamensis, Bromheadia benchaii,
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-346157: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Anna Leonidovna Averyanova (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Averyanova' in the authors string.