Broughtonia jamaicensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jamaicensis
ID:
435066
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sauleda & R.M.Adams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 86: 453 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434398
Common Names
- Jamaican Broughtonia
- Common Jamaican Broughtonia
- Jamaican Broughtonia Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Broughtonia jamaicensis (also called Jamaica Broughtonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Jamaica. It has a simple inflorescence and its leaves are up to 10 cm in length. It grows in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Broughtonia jamaicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Broughtonia jamaicensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Broughtonia jamaicensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Broughtonia jamaicensis
Broughtonia jamaicensis can be found in Jamaica.
Broughtonia jamaicensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Broughtonia jamaicensis?
Broughtonia jamaicensis
What are the common names of Broughtonia jamaicensis?
Jamaican Broughtonia
What is the growth rate of Broughtonia jamaicensis?
Moderate
Species in the Broughtonia genus
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-24791: Based on the initial data import
Ruben Primitivo Sauleda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauleda' in the authors string.
R.M. Adams (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Adams' in the authors string.