Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186(2): 193. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424679
Description
Bryobium kawengicum (also called Kawengi Bryobium, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bryobium kawengicum is a species of plant that is used for medicinal purposes, as well as for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bryobium kawengicum has small, pink flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is round and black with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bryobium kawengicum is a tropical perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, the plant should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plant every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Bryobium kawengicum
Bryobium kawengicum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Bryobium kawengicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bryobium kawengicum?
Bryobium kawengicum
What is the common name of Bryobium kawengicum?
N/A
Where is Bryobium kawengicum found?
Asia
Species in the Bryobium genus
Bryobium dischorense,
Bryobium erioides,
Bryobium irukandjianum,
Bryobium queenslandicum,
Bryobium hyacinthoides,
Bryobium pudicum,
Bryobium rendovaense,
Bryobium retusum,
Bryobium rhizophoreti,
Bryobium subclausum,
Bryobium ventricosum,
Bryobium diaphanum,
Bryobium cordiferum,
Bryobium bicristatum,
Bryobium atrorubens,
Bryobium lancifolium,
Bryobium senile,
Bryobium rubiferum,
Bryobium kawengicum,
Bryobium punctatum,
Bryobium tridens,
Bryobium pullum,
Bryobium puguahaanense,
Bryobium moultonii,
Bryobium montanum,
Bryobium leavittii,
Bryobium lanuginosum,
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
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.