Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
brachypus
ID:
296265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Flora 69: 554 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295597



Common Names

  • Brachypus Restrepia
  • Restrepia brachypus
  • Brachypus Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis hawkesii Flickinger [unknown]
  • Renanthera striata Rolfe [unknown]
  • Restrepia antennifera striata (Rolfe) H.Mohr [unknown]
  • Restrepia striata Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Restrepia brachypus (also called Restrepia brachypus, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It has a short stem and two to four oblong-lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet montane forests and in wet grasslands at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Restrepia brachypus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Restrepia brachypus has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia brachypus is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical areas of Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures, from 70-90°F (21-32°C). It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Restrepia brachypus

Restrepia brachypus is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Restrepia brachypus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Restrepia brachypus?

Restrepia brachypus is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia

What is the size of Restrepia brachypus?

Restrepia brachypus is a small orchid with a stem that can reach up to 5 cm in height

What is the flowering season of Restrepia brachypus?

Restrepia brachypus flowers in the spring and summer months

Species in the Restrepia genus

Restrepia aberrans, Restrepia antennifera, Restrepia aristulifera, Restrepia aspasicensium, Restrepia brachypus, Restrepia chameleon, Restrepia chocoensis, Restrepia chrysoglossa, Restrepia citrina, Restrepia cloesii, Restrepia condorensis, Restrepia contorta, Restrepia cuprea, Restrepia cymbula, Restrepia dodsonii, Restrepia echinata, Restrepia echo, Restrepia elegans, Restrepia ephippium, Restrepia escobariana, Restrepia falkenbergii, Restrepia flosculata, Restrepia guttulata, Restrepia iris, Restrepia jesupiana, Restrepia lansbergii, Restrepia limbata, Restrepia mendozae, Restrepia metae, Restrepia mohrii, Restrepia muscifera, Restrepia nittiorhyncha, Restrepia pandurata, Restrepia pelyx, Restrepia piperitosa, Restrepia purpurea, Restrepia radulifera, Restrepia renzii, Restrepia roseola, Restrepia sanguinea, Restrepia schizosepala, Restrepia seketii, Restrepia tabeae, Restrepia teaguei, Restrepia trichoglossa, Restrepia tsubotae, Restrepia vasquezii, Restrepia wageneri, Restrepia portillae, Restrepia howei,

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,

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