Bromheadia humilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
432851
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kruiz. & de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 8: 107 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432183
Common Names
- Bromheadia Humilis
- Humilis Bromheadia
- Bromheadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia humilis (also called Low Bromheadia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a rosette of leaves and a tall flower spike. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests, rainforests, and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia humilis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and greenhouses. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought and heat. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bromheadia humilis has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia humilis is an epiphytic plant that is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. To cultivate, it needs bright, indirect sunlight, and a well-draining, peat-based potting mix. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Bromheadia humilis
Bromheadia humilis can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Bromheadia humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia humilis?
Bromheadia humilis
What type of plant is Bromheadia humilis?
Tropical bromeliad
What are the common names of Bromheadia humilis?
Humble bromheadia
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-24756: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
J. Kruizinga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kruiz.' in the authors string.