Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ortgiesiana
ID:
435561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Taxon 15: 241 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434893



Common Names

  • Broughtonia ortgiesiana
  • Ortgies' broughtonia
  • Ortgies' seseli


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Synonyms

  • Bletia ortgiesiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Cattleyopsis ortgiesiana Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Broughtonia ortgiesiana (also called Ortgies' Broughtonia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Central America. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in semi-shade or full sun and is tolerant of drought and frost.

Uses & Benefits

Broughtonia ortgiesiana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an insect repellent and for making incense.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Broughtonia ortgiesiana are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Broughtonia ortgiesiana is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Broughtonia ortgiesiana

Broughtonia ortgiesiana can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.

Broughtonia ortgiesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Broughtonia ortgiesiana?

Broughtonia ortgiesiana

What is the common name of Broughtonia ortgiesiana?

Ortgiesiana

What is the family of Broughtonia ortgiesiana?

Anacardiaceae

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-24798: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.