Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brachyoothistachyum
ID:
1332548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hágsater & E.Santiago

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 15(1): t. 1507 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345002



Common Names

  • Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum
  • Brachyoothistachyum Epidendrum
  • Epidendrum Brachyoothistachyum


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Description

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum (also called 'Branching Epidendrum', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized epiphytic orchid with a sympodial growth habit. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid tropical forests. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic, and its flowers are white with yellowish-green sepals and petals.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum is yellowish-green with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix with plenty of organic matter. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum is found in Peru and Ecuador.

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum?

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

What type of soil does Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum prefer?

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum prefers well-drained soil with a neutral pH.

How much light does Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum need?

Epidendrum brachyoothistachyum needs bright indirect light.

Species in the Epidendrum genus

Epidendrum adolfomorenoi, Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii, Epidendrum gransabanense, Epidendrum lezlieae, Epidendrum marsiorum, Epidendrum montis-narae, Epidendrum reclinatum, Epidendrum silvanum, Epidendrum caeciliae, Epidendrum cancanae, Epidendrum foulquieri, Epidendrum fuscinum, Epidendrum josianae, Epidendrum macdougallii, Epidendrum misasii, Epidendrum monteverdense, Epidendrum paruimense, Epidendrum parviexasperatum, Epidendrum stolidium, Epidendrum acroamparoanum, Epidendrum acroscopeum, Epidendrum amaruense, Epidendrum atypicum, Epidendrum caparaoense, Epidendrum chalcochroma, Epidendrum cruciforme, Epidendrum cryptorhachis, Epidendrum cyclolobum, Epidendrum dejeaniae, Epidendrum dolichochlamys, Epidendrum folsomii, Epidendrum fortunae, Epidendrum gymnochlamys, Epidendrum haberi, Epidendrum hornitense, Epidendrum kusibabii, Epidendrum microrigidiflorum, Epidendrum nanodentatum, Epidendrum niveocaligarium, Epidendrum pachacutequianum, Epidendrum pachytepalum, Epidendrum philowercklei, Epidendrum platystomoides, Epidendrum platystomum, Epidendrum ptochicum, Epidendrum quispei, Epidendrum romero-castannedae, Epidendrum salpichlamys, Epidendrum sangayense, Epidendrum unicallosum,

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

Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Santiago Ayala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Santiago' in the authors string.