Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bragae
ID:
1333864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Campacci & J.B.F.Silva

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Colet. Orquídeas Brasil. 12: 490 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346318





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Description

Macroclinium bragae (also called Braga's Macroclinium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 10 cm in height. The flowers are white with purple stripes and a yellowish-green lip. It is found in humid forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Macroclinium bragae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macroclinium bragae has small, white flowers with yellow-green stripes. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Macroclinium bragae is best done from seed. The seed should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Macroclinium bragae

Macroclinium bragae is native to Brazil.

Macroclinium bragae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macroclinium bragae?

Macroclinium bragae

What is the common name of Macroclinium bragae?

Braga's macroclinium

Where does Macroclinium bragae grow?

It is native to the island of São Tomé, in the Gulf of Guinea

Species in the Macroclinium genus

Macroclinium aduncum, Macroclinium alleniorum, Macroclinium aurorae, Macroclinium bicolor, Macroclinium biflorum, Macroclinium borjaense, Macroclinium brasiliense, Macroclinium calceolare, Macroclinium chasei, Macroclinium christensonii, Macroclinium coffeicola, Macroclinium confertum, Macroclinium cordesii, Macroclinium dalessandroi, Macroclinium dalstroemii, Macroclinium dentiferum, Macroclinium doderoi, Macroclinium escobarianum, Macroclinium generalense, Macroclinium glicensteinii, Macroclinium hirtzii, Macroclinium junctum, Macroclinium lexarzanum, Macroclinium lilacinum, Macroclinium lineare, Macroclinium lueri, Macroclinium manabinum, Macroclinium mirabile, Macroclinium oberonia, Macroclinium pachybulbon, Macroclinium paniculatum, Macroclinium perryi, Macroclinium ramonense, Macroclinium robustum, Macroclinium roseum, Macroclinium simplex, Macroclinium villenarum, Macroclinium wullschlaegelianum, Macroclinium xiphophorus, Macroclinium exiguum, Macroclinium montis-narae, Macroclinium paraense, Macroclinium saraca-taquerense, Macroclinium bragae,

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

Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.
João Batista Fernándes da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.F.Silva' in the authors string.