Bromheadia robusta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
433515
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kruiz. & de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orchid Monogr. 8: 110 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432847
Common Names
- Bromheadia robusta
- Robust Bromheadia
- Bromheadia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia robusta (also called ‘Robust Bromheadia’, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has large, oval-shaped leaves with a glossy sheen and yellow undersides. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia robusta is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds, making it a great addition to any outdoor space.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bromheadia robusta is a bright yellow star-shaped bloom with yellow-tipped petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia robusta is a tropical evergreen perennial that is best propagated from stem cuttings. Take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and plant in a pot filled with moist, well-draining potting mix. Place the pot in a warm, humid location and keep the soil moist. The cutting should root in a few weeks and can be transplanted into a larger pot or into the garden.
Where to Find Bromheadia robusta
Bromheadia robusta can be found in India, Myanmar, and Thailand
Bromheadia robusta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia robusta?
Bromheadia robusta
What is the common name of Bromheadia robusta?
Robust Bromheadia
What is the natural habitat of Bromheadia robusta?
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-24767: 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.