Bromheadia longifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
433020
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kruiz. & de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 8: 109 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432352
Common Names
- Bromheadia Longifolia
- Longifolia Bromheadia
- Bromheadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia longifolia (also called Long-leaved 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 longifolia is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Bromheadia longifolia 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia longifolia 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 longifolia
Bromheadia longifolia can be found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Bromheadia longifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia longifolia?
Bromheadia longifolia
What type of plant is Bromheadia longifolia?
Tropical bromeliad
What is the natural habitat of Bromheadia longifolia?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24759: 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.