Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
recurvata
ID:
437691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 19: 107 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437023



Common Names

  • Brownleea recurvata
  • Recurvata Brownleea
  • Brownleea Recurvata


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Description

Brownleea recurvata (also called Brownleea, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and bright red flowers. It is typically found in humid rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Brownleea recurvata is a plant native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brownleea recurvata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, ovoid, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brownleea recurvata is a tropical evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brownleea recurvata

Brownleea recurvata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests, especially in the Andes Mountains.

Brownleea recurvata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brownleea recurvata?

Brownleea recurvata

What is the common name of Brownleea recurvata?

Recurved Brownleea

What is the natural habitat of Brownleea recurvata?

Rainforest understory in Costa Rica

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,

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