Bromheadia tenuis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
433855
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 1: 110 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433187
Common Names
- Bromheadia tenuis
- Tenuis Bromheadia
- Tenuis Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bromheadia tenuis (also called Slender Bromheadia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It typically grows up to 5-10 m tall and has a dense, upright habit. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. The flowers are white and the fruits are small, round, and red or yellow in color.
Uses & Benefits
Bromheadia tenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bromheadia tenuis are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bromheadia tenuis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Bromheadia tenuis
Bromheadia tenuis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Bromheadia tenuis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bromheadia tenuis?
Bromheadia tenuis
What type of plant is Bromheadia tenuis?
It is an epiphytic bromeliad
What is the natural habitat of Bromheadia tenuis?
It is found in 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-24772: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.