Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rhizophoreti
ID:
1412173

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186(2): 194. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424638

Common Names

  • Bryobium rhizophoreti
  • Rhizophoreti's Bryobium
  • Rhizophoreti Bryobium

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Description

Bryobium rhizophoreti (also called Bryobium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins. Its white flowers are small and fragrant. It grows in moist, humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bryobium rhizophoreti is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bryobium rhizophoreti has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small with thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bryobium rhizophoreti can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Bryobium rhizophoreti

Bryobium rhizophoreti is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Bryobium rhizophoreti FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bryobium rhizophoreti?

Bryobium rhizophoreti

What is the common name of Bryobium rhizophoreti?

Rhizophoreti

What type of plant is Bryobium rhizophoreti?

A flowering plant

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.