Status:
valid
Authors:
Kruiz. & de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 8: 108 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432326
Common Names
- Lohani Bromheadia
- Lohani Bromheadia Plant
- Lohani Bromheadia Flower
Description
Bromheadia lohaniensis (also called Lohan's Bromheadia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in humid forests, such as cloud forests and rainforests. It has a rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia lohaniensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a houseplant, and for air purification.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Bromheadia lohaniensis is yellow with a red center, the seed is a small, round, black seed and the seedlings are small, oval-shaped and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia lohaniensis is a tropical, evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a warm, humid position. It can be grown in containers and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Bromheadia lohaniensis
Bromheadia lohaniensis is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Bromheadia lohaniensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia lohaniensis?
Bromheadia lohaniensis
What type of plant is Bromheadia lohaniensis?
Tropical bromeliad
What is the natural habitat of Bromheadia lohaniensis?
Tropical rainforests
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
J. Kruizinga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kruiz.' in the authors string.