Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lindenii
ID:
435204

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Taxon 15: 241 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434536



Common Names

  • Broughtonia lindenii
  • Lindenii Broughtonia
  • Broughtonia Lindenii


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Synonyms

  • Laelia lindenii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Laeliopsis lindenii Lindl. & Paxton [unknown]
  • Bletia lindenii (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cattleyopsis delicatula Lem. [unknown]
  • Cattleyopsis lindenii Cogn. [unknown]
  • Cattleyopsis northropiorum Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Broughtonia lindenii (also called Linden's 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 lindenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Broughtonia lindenii is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Broughtonia lindenii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Broughtonia lindenii

Broughtonia lindenii can be found in the Caribbean.

Broughtonia lindenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Broughtonia lindenii?

Broughtonia lindenii

What is the common name of Broughtonia lindenii?

Linden's Broughtonia

What is the habitat of Broughtonia lindenii?

Dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland

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-24793: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.