Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 19: 138 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231216
Common Names
- Bradeorum Lycaste
- Brade's Lycaste
- Brade's Orchid
Description
Lycaste bradeorum (also called Brade's Lycaste, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It has large, fragrant flowers with white petals and yellow sepals. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Lycaste bradeorum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and can be used for its fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lycaste bradeorum are white and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lycaste bradeorum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and potted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Plants should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in a warm, humid environment. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Lycaste bradeorum
Lycaste bradeorum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in humid and wet forests, as well as in rocky areas and coastal cliffs. It is also cultivated in gardens.
Lycaste bradeorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lycaste bradeorum?
Lycaste bradeorum
What is the common name of Lycaste bradeorum?
Brade's Lycaste
What is the natural habitat of Lycaste bradeorum?
It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Lycaste genus
Lycaste aromatica,
Lycaste bradeorum,
Lycaste brevispatha,
Lycaste campbellii,
Lycaste cochleata,
Lycaste consobrina,
Lycaste crinita,
Lycaste cruenta,
Lycaste deppei,
Lycaste dowiana,
Lycaste groganii,
Lycaste imschootiana,
Lycaste lasioglossa,
Lycaste leucantha,
Lycaste lucianiana,
Lycaste luminosa,
Lycaste macrobulbon,
Lycaste macrophylla,
Lycaste michelii,
Lycaste powellii,
Lycaste schilleriana,
Lycaste smeeana,
Lycaste suaveolens,
Lycaste tricolor,
Lycaste virginalis,
Lycaste xytriophora,
Lycaste measuresiana,
Lycaste niesseniae,
Lycaste occulta,
Lycaste puntarenasensis,
Lycaste viridescens,
Lycaste xanthocheila,
Lycaste guatemalensis,
Lycaste cobani,
Lycaste daniloi,
Lycaste donadrianii,
Lycaste fuscina,
Lycaste panchita,
Lycaste sandrae,
Lycaste angelae,
Lycaste bruncana,
Lycaste panamanensis,
Lycaste zacapensis,
Lycaste measuresiana,
Lycaste sebastianii,
Lycaste bermudezii,
Lycaste chaconii,
Lycaste annakamilae,
Lycaste archilae,
Lycaste victoriarum,
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,