Bromheadia finlaysoniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
finlaysoniana
ID:
432724
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 3: 709 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432056
Common Names
- Bromheadia Lily
- Lily of the Valley Orchid
- Sword Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia finlaysoniana (also called Finlayson's Bromheadia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It is found in tropical moist montane forests, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia finlaysoniana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromheadia finlaysoniana is a bright red bract with yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are a few inches tall and have a single, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia finlaysoniana is a tropical epiphytic plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate it, it should be grown in a bright, humid environment with temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Bromheadia finlaysoniana
Bromheadia finlaysoniana can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Bromheadia finlaysoniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia finlaysoniana?
Bromheadia finlaysoniana
What is the common name of Bromheadia finlaysoniana?
Finlayson's bromheadia
What type of plant is Bromheadia finlaysoniana?
Tropical epiphyte
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-24751: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.