Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachystachys
ID:
837604

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. ex J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Orch. Java : 552 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836939



Common Names

  • Chamaeanthus brachystachys
  • Brachystachys Chamaeanthus
  • Chamaeanthus Brachystachys


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Description

Chamaeanthus brachystachys (also called Brachystachys Chamaeanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It grows in montane forests at elevations of 1,500-2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaeanthus brachystachys is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks to add color and beauty. It is also used in traditional medicine, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaeanthus brachystachys is a yellow-orange color with a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaeanthus brachystachys is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Chamaeanthus brachystachys

Chamaeanthus brachystachys is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Species in the Chamaeanthus genus

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-37425: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.